Windows crash ?
Windows crash ?
Continuing with this update in the post.
I’m completely unsure what caused the issue. I had the PC checked by several technicians to try and identify the problem, but it turned out to be a time waste.
This is the first time this has occurred for me, and it appears that the particular GPU and motherboard combination doesn’t function properly.
I’ve tested the following GPUs on that motherboard: GT730, 1060, 1660, 2070S, 3070 (Gigabyte), 3070ti (KFA2), 3070ti (TUF), 4080, 4090.
All of them work flawlessly.
I’ve also tried at least six different motherboards with that GPU, and everything functions perfectly.
When I installed the specific GPU on the exact motherboard, things went wrong.
Since everything operates smoothly otherwise, I ended up...
The reinstallation of windows 11 was successful for ten minutes after entering inside windows, but the power on/off feature restarted again. Where did you obtain the installer for the operating system? Did you ensure all necessary drivers for your motherboard were installed using the latest version, perhaps by right-clicking the installer and selecting Run as Administrator, or did you allow the OS to manage it automatically? You're also recommended to set up Windows 10/11 in offline mode to avoid automatic driver downloads based on your platform. How long is the power supply unit?
Where did you obtain the installer for the operating system?
- I didn’t fully grasp the question.
Did you ensure all necessary drivers for your motherboard were installed using the latest version? For example, right-click the installer and select Run as Administrator, or did you allow the OS to handle it?
- Everything remains current by manually downloading them from the website, except the GPU drivers which update automatically.
You should also consider installing Windows 10/11 in offline mode to avoid the OS downloading drivers it believes are suitable for your system.
- I remain connected to the internet all the time and haven’t encountered this problem before. It’s unusual, especially since the system was functioning perfectly yesterday.
How long has the power supply unit been in use?
- The PSU is approximately ten years old and still has two more years of warranty coverage.
Did you use the same Windows system as the original PC components? If yes, that was your error. If you then upgraded to Windows 11 (without a clean install), you've repeated the mistake. When Windows sets up itself, it adjusts and optimizes based on the hardware it detects. All drivers, especially the chipset, are tailored for specific hardware. If you switch platforms but keep the existing Windows version, the setup will be incorrect, and many drivers—especially those related to the CPU or RAM—will also be faulty. I understand why you're facing issues. New hardware generally requires a fresh installation from a bootable media.
Additionally, a CRITICAL_PROCESS_DIED bug is often linked to hardware issues (usually CPU or RAM). Have you verified that the CPU, RAM, and motherboard are all compatible?
I believe I might have mixed up the devices. I currently have two units. One is my old system (which has been failing) and the other is upgraded. The upgraded one is functioning properly. My old system was operating perfectly with the same components, except for the GPU—I replaced it from Asus to KFA—and that makes compatibility unlikely. It had Windows 10, then I upgraded to 11, and issues began afterward.
I attempted what you suggested:
@Lutfij
I wrote the above and reinstalled Windows 10 without an internet connection. The PC is working fine now, but I haven’t connected yet. I’m downloading drivers from another machine and will install them offline to check if the problem persists.
I reinstalled Windows 10 without an internet connection and was able to access it without issues. Once I reconnected to the internet, certain files like Armoury Crate would download automatically after a restart, but everything would crash again. The automatic repair didn’t help; I now see a blue screen error indicating bad system configuration. Restoring from system restore brought me back to Windows without internet, but every time I connect online the problems return. It seems there might be a software or driver issue causing this. I’m at a loss and don’t know what to do.
Continuing with a note on this issue.
I’m completely unsure about the root cause. I had the PC checked by several technicians, hoping to identify the problem, but it turned out to be a time waste.
This is the first time this has occurred for me, and it appears that the particular GPU and motherboard combination doesn’t function properly.
I’ve tested various GPUs on that motherboard—GT730, 1060, 1660, 2070S, 3070 (Gigabyte), 3070ti (KFA2), 3070ti (TUF), 4080, 4090—and everything worked flawlessly.
I’ve also tried at least six different motherboards with that GPU, and all functioned perfectly.
When I installed the specific GPU on the exact motherboard, issues arose.
Despite everything working well in general, I ordered a new 3070ti, gave the build away (my friend keeps me updated daily), and since the KFA2 3070 is operating correctly, I decided to sell it separately.
In short, we still don’t know what’s causing this, but it’s resolved now. See you next time!
That's interesting. Did you attempt THAT particular GPU on THAT particular motherboard using a different PSU? If the issue isn't there, it might be elsewhere. Your tests confirmed the motherboard and graphics card were fine, so the problem likely lies elsewhere. I would have checked the PSU first....