Hey everyone! I'm looking for some guidance after experiencing a couple of power outages. My PC booted straight to BIOS after the first outage, and a second quick one followed shortly after, which caused my Wi-Fi and other peripherals to act up. Now, my computer is acting erratically—it sometimes boots up but crashes with a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) before I can log in. I suspect it might be the GPU or power supply, but it happens even when I'm not gaming. I've tried resetting to earlier states and running various command prompts to fix corrupted files, but nothing has worked. I switched surge protectors and even powered down the PSU. I'm considering replacing the PSU next, but are there any other solutions I might have overlooked? I'd really appreciate any help, especially since I'll be tied up after a minor surgery soon. Thanks!
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If it’s not hardware issues, re-running the command 'sfc /scannow' can be a lifesaver for fixing system corrupt files. Also, running Memtest86 overnight can help spot any memory problems. I’d recommend those steps if all else fails.
You should definitely grab the dump files from your BSODs if you can boot into Windows or Safe Mode. They could give you more insight into what's going wrong. Check this path: C:WindowsMinidump for those crash logs. Uploading those will help everyone assist you better!
Sounds like you might need to look into your RAM! Since you mentioned issues starting after the outages, running a memory test could be key. Try using just one RAM module at a time, since one could be damaged. If it continues crashing, it might lead to testing other components. Also, consider using onboard video to rule out your GPU as a culprit.
Good points! I was actually thinking along the lines of OS corruption too. With commands like DISM uncovering errors, a clean reinstall from a USB stick could really help. Just remember, that wipes your main drive—so do back-ups first! But definitely troubleshoot your hardware starting out.
Absolutely! When you power reset, let it sit for a minute or so to fully discharge. I’ve had lingering issues after short outages too. And you might want to invest in a UPS to avoid this in the future—super helpful!
Thanks for the tip! I did run 'sfc /scannow' and it showed corrupt files. I’ll definitely look into Memtest as a next step!