I recently upgraded my PC last month, and since the start of June, I've been experiencing random Blue Screens of Death (BSOD) with the error code "IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL." I've tried updating the drivers (there was one missing, but even after fixing it, the issue persists), ran a RAM scan (which found no hardware problems), and even attempted some fixes through the PC console. Just an hour ago, it crashed again while I was doing nothing intensive. I tried using Bluescreenview but I'm not really sure how to interpret the results. I read online that this might relate to unauthorized memory usage, but I'm unsure how to fix this without wiping my whole system, which I'd prefer to avoid if possible. I've also included a link to my DMP error files for reference.
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To troubleshoot your BSOD issue effectively, you should start by obtaining the dump files, which are crucial for analyzing BSODs. You can check for dump files in C:WindowsMinidump. If you find any, zip them and upload them to a file-sharing site like Mediafire or catbox.moe since Reddit often blocks links. Make sure to have multiple dump files if possible, and consider following a guide to set your system to create small memory dumps, as more data will help in troubleshooting your crashes.
Make sure your BIOS is updated to the latest version (currently 7B86vHN) if you're not experiencing any freezing or glitches while navigating the menus. Additionally, be sure to download the latest AMD Chipset Drivers specific to your motherboard. Avoid installing any unnecessary drivers from that page as they could introduce new problems. Check if these updates help with the crashing.
Thanks for the advice! I’ll update the BIOS. I've heard mixed opinions about whether to go for the latest version or not, but I'll stick with it for now.
Got it, I'll check for those dump files and see what I can find.