Hey everyone, I upgraded my PC last month and since early June, I've been dealing with random Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors showing the code "IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL". I've tried a few things like updating my drivers (even found one I was missing), checking my RAM for any issues, and some troubleshooting through the PC console, but nothing seems to help. Just an hour ago, it crashed again while I was just browsing! I installed Bluescreenview, but the information is a bit over my head. I've read that it could be related to unauthorized memory usage, but I'm really confused about how to fix this without wiping everything clean. I'd prefer not to take that risk unless absolutely necessary. Also, I have some DMP error files that I can share if needed. Here's the link: [DMP Files](https://www.mediafire.com/file/o9udi2la0att8bx/BSOD_dmp.zip/file).
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First off, dump files are essential for diagnosing BSOD issues, so definitely check if you can access your minidump files by going to C:WindowsMinidump. If you find any, zip them up and upload them to a reliable file-sharing site like Mediafire. If you only have one dump file, that’s okay, but having multiple helps us analyze better. Also, look into changing your dump type to Small Memory Dump for future errors. That way, you won't lose information with overwrites.
If you're confident your BIOS settings are stable, think about updating your motherboard BIOS to the latest version. You can download it from MSI's support page. After that, grab the latest AMD Chipset Drivers from AMD's site; only install the chipset driver—the others can sometimes cause more issues. Once you do that, check if the crashes continue. It's usually a solid step to take.
Just to clarify, how can I tell if my BIOS is stable? I found some forum posts suggesting rolling back if I'm using a very recent version. Should I really stick with the latest update?