Symptoms
- Sudden system crashes leading to a blue screen.
- Error messages containing stop codes during crashes.
- Automatic system restarts after a blue screen incident.
- Inconsistent system behavior before crashes.
- BSOD occurrences during specific tasks or activities.
Causes
- Hardware Issues:
- Faulty RAM, GPU or other hardware components.
- Incompatible or outdated device drivers.
- Software Conflicts:
- Incompatible or corrupted system or software files.
- Conflicts between installed software.
- Driver Problems:
- Outdated or malfunctioning device drivers.
- Incorrect drivers installed.
- Overheating:
- Excessive heat affecting system stability.
- Inadequate cooling solutions or blocked ventilation.
- Windows Updates:
- Issues arising from incomplete or failed Windows updates.
- Conflicts between the operating system and recent updates.
Solutions
- Check Hardware:
- Run hardware diagnostic tests to identify faulty components.
- Ensure all hardware components are securely connected.
- Software Troubleshooting:
- Use Windows System File Checker (SFC) to scan and repair system files.
- Uninstall or update recently installed software causing conflicts.
- If the crash only happens when running a specific software or game, it is most likely related to that software.
- Update Device Drivers:
- Use Device Manager to update all device drivers.
- Visit manufacturers’ websites for the latest driver updates, this is often times more reliable than using Windows Update.
- Monitor System Temperature:
- Use monitoring tools to check and manage system temperature.
- Clean fans and ensure your chassis have proper ventilation and airflow.
- Windows Update:
- Check for and install pending Windows updates.
- Roll back recent updates if BSOD issues started after an update.
BSODs can be caused by a wide variety of factors. All of our Gaming PCs come with a comprehensive 1 Year Parts and Labor Warranty. If you are having problems with one of our systems, please contact us so that we can help you.