Having frequent BSOD crash with different errors

Linh Trần 0 Reputation points
2025-12-21T07:31:57.46+00:00

Reposting question since my last post was not resolved. My laptop had been crashing into BSOD very often, seemingly at any random time. Half of the error being IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL but there are a few others as well.

What I have tried:

  • Reinstall window 11
  • Use Command prompt to run Drive Verifier, it did not find any drive need updating
  • Run memory check with Windows Memory Diagnostic, it did not find any issue
  • Analyze mini dump with WinDBG, but I was clueless what to look for.

Questions: Can someone take a look and see what could be my issue?

I was suspecting a malfunctioning hardware (the laptop had 1 RAM and 2 SSD) but the memory check did not find anything.

Mini Dump files (5 newest dump file, plus analysis results of old files): https://1drv.ms/u/c/50f6214dd47eac5b/IQC_v2S1zb3URK1ePhkqXoz3Ab2XMPHNCWxRc4IxZNGuGWs?e=gakBek

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
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  1. Q&A Assist
    2025-12-21T07:32:07.3733333+00:00
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    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:

    1. 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.
    2. 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 /r to 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.
    3. 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.
    4. 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.
    5. 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.
    6. 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.
    7. 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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  2. DaveM121 816.9K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-21T08:07:53.14+00:00

    Your minidump files all indicate the main Windows kernel driver as the cause of the system crashes, there is no 3rd party driver or hardware listed.

    You indicate you used Command Prompt to enable Driver Verifier, I do not see verifier listed in your minidump files, what is the exact commands you used to enable Driver Verifier?


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