Frequent BSOD (Blue Screen of Death) crashes, especially with the error code IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL, can be indicative of several underlying issues, often related to drivers or hardware. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the issue:
- Update Drivers: Ensure that all your device drivers, especially network and graphics drivers, are up to date. You can check for updates through Windows Update or directly from the manufacturer's website.
- Check for Hardware Issues: Since you've already run the Windows Memory Diagnostic without finding issues, consider checking other hardware components:
- Hard Drive: Run
chkdsk /f /rto check for disk errors. This command will help identify and fix issues with your SSDs. - RAM: If you have multiple RAM sticks, try testing them one at a time to see if one is faulty.
- Hard Drive: Run
- Event Viewer: Check the Event Viewer for any critical errors that occurred around the time of the BSOD. This can provide clues about what might be causing the crashes.
- System Configuration: If you have recently installed new hardware or software, consider removing it to see if the crashes stop. Sometimes, incompatible hardware can cause BSOD errors.
- Driver Verifier: You mentioned using Driver Verifier, which is a good step. If it didn't find any issues, you might want to run it again but with specific drivers that you suspect could be causing the problem. This can help identify problematic drivers more effectively.
- Analyze Mini Dump Files: Since you have analyzed mini dump files with WinDBG, focus on the specific drivers or modules mentioned in the analysis. Look for patterns in the errors to identify if a particular driver is consistently causing the issue.
- Reinstall Windows: If all else fails and the issue persists, a clean installation of Windows might be necessary, but ensure you back up your data first.
If the problem continues after trying these steps, it may be worth consulting with a professional technician who can perform more in-depth diagnostics on your hardware.
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