Hey everyone! Since I upgraded to Windows 11, I've been experiencing some weird issues with my PC. Occasionally, shortly after logging in, I get a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). This only seems to happen once a day, generally on the first boot, but I'm really worried it might escalate. I can't catch the BSOD message before it restarts, but I think it mentions **MEMORY_MANAGEMENT**.
Here are the details:
* The BSOD shows up about 20 seconds after I log in.
* After the restart, everything usually works fine for the rest of the day.
* I haven't had BSODs during gaming or heavy usage so far.
**My System:**
* OS: Windows 11 Pro (Build 26200)
* CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 (6 cores / 12 threads)
* GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
* RAM: 32 GB DDR4 3200 MHz
* Motherboard: ASUS TUF GAMING X570-PLUS
**What I've Checked:**
* My Windows Update is current.
* I updated my GPU drivers.
If anyone has suggestions on what could cause a BSOD right after startup or what I can check first, I'd really appreciate your help! Thanks!
3 Answers
It sounds like you're dealing with a memory issue. First, try checking for BSOD dump files—they're crash logs that can help identify what's going wrong. If you can boot into Windows or Safe Mode, check the folder C:WindowsMinidump for any files. Zip them and upload them to a file-sharing site. If you don’t know how to make a dump file, I recommend following a guide to configure your settings so you can get the right files next time it crashes.
Consider uninstalling any third-party antivirus software—those can sometimes interfere. If you're only using Windows Defender, you're probably safe on that front. Just to be thorough, also run a memory test on your RAM. MEMTEST 5 could help you check if your memory has issues. If there's nothing wrong with the RAM, a fresh install of Windows might be the best route.
Have you checked your full OS build version? I've heard that certain undocumented features in Windows Insider builds can cause crashes like you're describing. Make sure your drivers are up-to-date, especially from the manufacturer websites, not just the automatic updates.
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