Hey everyone! I upgraded my PC last month, and since early June, I've been running into random Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors with the message "IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL." I've tried updating my drivers (even installed one that was missing), scanned the RAM (no issues found), and tinkered a bit with the console. Still, my PC crashed again just an hour ago while I was doing nothing specific. I gave Bluescreenview a shot, but honestly, I'm not sure what it implies based on what I see there. I read online that it could be linked to unauthorized memory usage, but I have no clue how to fix it without wiping everything, which I'd really rather avoid. Any thoughts on what I can do? Also, I've included a link to my DMP error files if that helps: [DMP files](https://www.mediafire.com/file/o9udi2la0att8bx/BSOD_dmp.zip/file)
3 Answers
First things first, try updating your motherboard BIOS to the latest version (7B86vHN) from MSI's website. If your BIOS settings are stable, that should help. Also, be sure to grab the latest AMD Chipset Drivers from the AMD support page specifically for your motherboard. Sometimes, older drivers can cause conflicts that lead to crashes.
I get your concerns about stability! If your BIOS menus don't freeze or glitch, you're likely fine. Updating to the latest BIOS version is usually a good idea, but if it’s an older board, some users prefer to run slightly older versions if their current setup is stable. Just proceed cautiously, and don’t hesitate to reach out with more questions—you're doing great so far!
Dump files are super important for understanding BSOD issues. If you can boot into Windows (or Safe Mode), check the C:WindowsMinidump folder for any dump files. If you find any, copy the folder to your desktop, zip it, and upload it to a file sharing site like mediafire or catbox.moe. Having multiple dump files is great for analysis, and make sure to follow guides on setting up for Small Memory Dumps if necessary. This could shed some light on what's causing the crashes!
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