Hey everyone, I upgraded my PC last month, and since the start of June, I've been dealing with a bunch of random BSODs showing the error code 'IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL.' I have updated all my drivers, including one that was missing, and ran a RAM scan that found no hardware problems. The crashes still happen unexpectedly. I even tried Bluescreenview, but I'm not sure how to interpret the results I got. I read online that this could relate to unauthorized memory usage, but I have no clue how to fix it without wiping everything clean. I've heard that could help, but I'd rather avoid that if possible. Also, I have a folder with the DMP error files that I can share if needed.
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First off, getting the dump files is crucial for a solid analysis of your BSODs. If you can boot into Windows normally or via Safe Mode, check the C:WindowsMinidump directory for any dump files. If you find any, copy that folder to your desktop, zip it, and upload it to a file-sharing site like Mediafire or Catbox.moe since Reddit keeps blocking some hosts. It’s best to have multiple dump files to analyze, so if you only have a single one, it's fine to upload that for now. You should also look into changing your dump settings to Small Memory Dump for future crashes; this can help keep your files organized. Here’s a guide that explains how to configure that: [Create Minidump](https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/5560-configure-windows-10-create-minidump-bsod.html).
Hey, if the BIOS menus seem stable and aren’t showing any glitches while you’re navigating, I recommend updating your motherboard BIOS to the latest version available. You can find it for your specific motherboard model here: [MSI Support](https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/B450-GAMING-PLUS-MAX/support). After that, make sure to also install the latest AMD Chipset Drivers for your motherboard. It’s important to only install the Chipset Driver installer from AMD's page to avoid issues that can come from other drivers.
Keep an eye on your system stability after the update! If everything seems good, then you should be fine. Some folks do suggest rolling back to earlier BIOS versions if the new one causes issues, but since your BIOS is from 2020, the newest version is probably safe to use. Just remember to back everything up, just in case something goes wrong during that update!