I upgraded my PC last month, and since early June, I've been dealing with random Blue Screens of Death (BSODs) showing the error code 'IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL.' I've already tried updating my drivers (I found one missing) and checked the RAM with no hardware issues detected. Despite these efforts, my PC still crashes randomly, including an incident an hour ago when I wasn't even doing anything specific. I attempted using Bluescreenview, but I find myself confused about the information it presents. I read online that it could relate to unauthorized memory usage, but I'm unsure how to fix this without wiping everything clean. I've heard that might work, but I'd prefer to avoid that gamble. Also, I've got a folder with the DMP error files if anyone can help with those.
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First off, make sure your BIOS settings are stable. If they are, you should update your motherboard's BIOS to the latest version (7B86vHN) from the MSI website. After that, grab the latest AMD Chipset Drivers specifically for your motherboard. It's important to only download the chipset driver installer because the other updates can cause conflicts. Once that's done, check if your PC is still crashing. It could be the key to solving your issue!
I think everything feels stable, but it still crashes randomly without warning. How can I confirm if my BIOS settings are stable? Some posts I've seen online suggest reverting to an earlier BIOS if mine is from 2020. Should I just go for the newest update or is there a potential downside?
To troubleshoot those BSODs, it's crucial to analyze the dump files. If you can access Windows normally or via Safe Mode, head over to C:WindowsMinidump and look for any dump files. Once you find them, copy that folder to your desktop, zip it, and share it on a file-sharing website like mediafire or catbox.moe. More dump files will give us better insight into what's going wrong. If you're missing files, follow the guide from TenForums to set your system to create small memory dumps in the future—it'll help us tackle the problem more effectively.
It's wise to be cautious! If the latest BIOS has fixes for your motherboard, you’ll usually be good to go, but just double-check the release notes for your specific board. If you feel your current version is stable, you can certainly stick with it. Just remember to back up important files before making any major updates.