I've been dealing with a frustrating issue for the past four months where my Windows 11 system keeps rebooting without any blue screens of death (BSODs) to indicate a problem. It all started out of the blue, and I've tried troubleshooting various hardware components like my CPU, PSU, GPU, and RAM, and they all seem to work fine. The only significant change I made was upgrading my CPU from a Ryzen 9 3900 to a Ryzen 7 5700 X3D, but I haven't noticed any problems with it. What baffles me is that after reinstalling Windows multiple times, the system runs perfectly for days or even a week before it starts crashing repeatedly, forcing me to reinstall again. I suspect it might be related to low-level drivers or BIOS/UEFI communication issues because my BIOS gets messed up each time the system crashes, and I have to power cycle to get it working again.I've done thorough research online, but I can't find any specific solutions beyond suggestions to change my PSU, RAM, CPU, or motherboard. It just doesn't add up—if the hardware is working fine for days, why does it fail later? I'm at my wit's end! Here's my setup:
- Asus ROG STRIX X570-I GAMING
- Ryzen 7 5700 X3D
- GSKILL F4-3600C17-16GTZR 32 GB
- SAPPHIRE RADEON RX 7800 XT
- CORSAIR FORCE MP 600 NVMe
- SEAGATE FIRECUDA 530
3 Answers
If the BIOS is acting up every time it crashes, it could indicate an issue with the power supply or instability in hardware communication. Make sure your PSU is adequate for your hardware load, and consider testing with a different power supply if you have one available. Power-related issues can sometimes be subtle, so best not to overlook it!
It sounds like you've done a lot of troubleshooting already! One thing to check is whether you have any dump files available since those can really help in diagnosing the problem. If you’re able to boot into Windows normally or via Safe Mode, look in `C:WindowsMinidump` for any files. If you find some, zip them up and upload them to a file-sharing site—there are some good options like MediaFire or Catbox that aren't blocked.
If you get dump files, that’s a great start! If you don’t, I would check power connections—sometimes unstable power strips or faulty cables can cause these kinds of issues. It’s worth verifying if your PSU is supplying consistent power.
Given that the system works well for days before crashing, it's likely to be a software or driver conflict as well. After fresh installs, if you’re using a specific driver update that only emerges after some days of usage, that could be the culprit. Keeping an eye on any driver installations during that time could be worth your investigation!
Absolutely, testing with another PSU can help pinpoint the issue. Also, it wouldn't hurt to ensure that your BIOS settings are optimized and that everything is updated and reset correctly.