I've been having these annoying Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) issues on my PC since I upgraded it last month. The error message I keep getting is 'IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL.' This started happening in early June, and it's been quite random. I've tried updating drivers—discovered one was missing, but even after that, the problem persists. I also scanned the RAM and found no hardware issues. Just earlier today, it crashed again while I wasn't doing anything intense. I installed Bluescreenview to analyze, but I'm not sure what to make of the results. I came across some info suggesting it might be related to unauthorized memory usage, but I'm lost on how to fix it without wiping everything (which I'd prefer not to do). I've also linked the folder with the DMP error files for anyone who wants to take a look.
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I totally get your worries about messing up your PC—updating the BIOS can be nerve-wracking! Sticking to the latest version is usually recommended unless there’s a specific issue with it causing problems. If everything seems stable during the update, you should be fine. But if it’s an older version from 2020, it’s likely you’ll benefit from the new features and fixes in the latest version. Just take it step by step!
It sounds like you've been through quite a bit trying to sort this out! To get a better grip on the issue, you’ll want to analyze those dump files for insight into what's causing the BSOD. If you can boot into Windows or Safe Mode, check for any crash logs in the C:WindowsMinidump folder. If you find any, zip that folder and upload it to a file sharing site like MediaFire or Catbox.moe. Gathering multiple dump files will help us get a clearer picture of the problem! Check out this guide on configuring your system to create small memory dumps if you haven't already.
First, let’s make sure your BIOS is up to date since that can help with stability. If the BIOS menus aren't glitchy or freezing, downloading the latest version (7B86vHN) from MSI's site is a good move. After updating your BIOS, don’t forget to grab the latest AMD Chipset Drivers specific to your motherboard. Some users report issues with other drivers, so sticking to this installer is best. After you've done that, let’s see if the crashing continues.
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