Constate Windows Power Driver failure/ntoskrnl.exe BSOD after Windows 11 upgrade

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Constate Windows Power Driver failure/ntoskrnl.exe BSOD after Windows 11 upgrade

Wes Swedlow 0

Hey folks,

I upgraded to Windows 11 because 10 is not being maintained (very sad about that). I updated by keeping all programs in tact rather than a clean install. Everything went fine except the constant power driver failure. I reinstall my chipset drivers in the beginning, which actually solved the issue. Then Windows 11 updates came, and I'm back to the same issue. Reinstalling chipset drivers doesn't help anymore. I've update all of my drivers, removed some programs, removed all usb's, but I'm not sure how to find the culprit. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

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Answer 1

Ivan B 101.2K Independent Advisor

Hi ,

If it is a laptop or desktop, if possible, could you provide the laptop model or your desktop configuration?

Access the c:\windows\minidump folder, copy the files to your desktop, then upload them to OneDrive or Google Drive and post the link here for analysis.

Thanks

Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-08T18:21:00.2466667+00:00

Hi,

What is the motherboard model?

Did you try to configure anything in the BIOS?

Do you have update KB5074109?

Thanks
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-09T00:56:12.54+00:00

Hey! It's a Rog Strix B350 Gaming. I have 25HS build 26200.7705
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-09T13:46:16.61+00:00

Hi,

Are you going to check if you have this update KB5074109?

If yes, you will uninstall it initially.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/how-to-uninstall-a-windows-update-c77b8f9b-e4dc-4e9f-a803-fdec12e59fb0

Open the command prompt (admin) and run the commands: sfc /scannow and dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth, wait for the process to finish and restart the computer.

Then perform a clean boot and if you want to uninstall applications that you do not use.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/how-to-execute-a-simple-boot-start-in-windows-da2f9573-6eec-00ad-2f8a-a97a1807f3dd

Take the test for a period of one day if BSOD occurs, let me know

Thanks
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-09T15:04:04.99+00:00

Hey Ivan, I will definitely check when I get home--I'm fairly sure I installed this update. However, the crashes began months before this. I'll let you know if the bsod happens. By the way, I turned off sleep mode altogether and haven't had any crashes.
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-09T18:15:03.8366667+00:00

Hi,

If you've experienced BSODs (Blue Screen of Death) with minisumps or GPU failures before, did you try configuring the BIOS or overclocking the GPU?

Thanks
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-09T23:06:54.3666667+00:00

Hello,
I checked and I do have KB5074109. However, when I go to uninstall updates, it doesn't show up as an option. I have not overclocked the GPU, but I have done so with the ram quite a while back when I was running windows 10 and didn't experience any crashes. In terms of other BIOS tweaks, I can't recall anything specific.
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-09T23:49:55.8+00:00

Hi,

If you try uninstalling KB, open the command prompt (admin) and run the command: wusa /uninstall /kb:5074109. See if it gives you the option. If it doesn't work, use the WinRE method to uninstall.

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Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-10T00:04:43.4466667+00:00

Interesting--when I tried the command, it said the update was not installed. However, under updates, it is listed as (KB5074109) (26200.7623). Is this a different update?
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-10T00:33:20.43+00:00

Hi

If the update was removed, restart your PC and test it. However, as I mentioned, it's possible the issue is with the BIOS and drivers. This KB update is possible; please test it.

Thanks
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-10T14:56:27.8733333+00:00

I after running the command to remove 5074109, I rebooted and reset the computer to enter sleep mode after 20 minutes. The Power Driver BSOD happened again.
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-10T18:49:08.3533333+00:00
Hi,

In this case, we will use the AMD Cleanup utility to remove the current drivers and reinstall them.

Open the prompt on commando(Admin) run the command: net user administrator /active:yes , after the command you will disable the bitlocker.

https://www.asus.com/support/faq/1047461/

After disabling bitlocker you will run the AMD Cleanup utility and it will restart and run in safe mode you will log in with the administrator account

https://www.amd.com/en/resources/support-articles/faqs/GPU-601.html

Follow the DDU procedure as the error presents with GPU failures

We'll use DDU to remove all AMD drivers.

You can use DDU: https://www.guru3d.com/download/display-driver-uninstaller-download/

Note: DDU is a third-party application to completely delete and reinstall the GPU driver.

After downloading, extract ddu to a folder.

Run the driver screen uninstaller.exe application, select Model tab, put GPU. After uninstalling the GPU Driver, uninstall it for AMD and Nvidia.

Click on the First option clean and reboot and wait for the process to finish.

After running DDU and install driver :

https://rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-b350-f-gaming-model/helpdesk_download/

AMD Chipset driver v7.09.23.2230 for Windows 10/11 64-bit.

https://www.amd.com/pt/support/downloads/drivers.html/graphics/radeon-rx/radeon-rx-6000-series/amd-radeon-rx-6800-xt.html

Open the prompt on commando(Admin) run the command: net user administrator /active:no

Open the command prompt (admin) and run the commands: sfc /scannow and dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth, wait for the process to finish and restart the computer.

Then perform a clean boot and if you want to uninstall applications that you do not use.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/how-to-execute-a-simple-boot-start-in-windows-da2f9573-6eec-00ad-2f8a-a97a1807f3dd

Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

Thanks
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-12T13:39:05.4633333+00:00

Hi ,

Were you able to follow the procedure?

Thanks
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-12T14:50:11.7933333+00:00

Hey Ivan,
I haven't had time (busy week), but I'm going to try this out this weekend. Much appreciated for the help!
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-12T15:01:09.3066667+00:00

Hi,

I'll be waiting for your reply.

Thanks
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-14T12:49:29.7766667+00:00

Hi,

Were you able to verify if the BSOD issue was resolved?

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Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-15T01:23:54.4433333+00:00

Evening Ivan,
I went through the whole process step-by-step. After reboot, I set my computer up again to enter sleep mode after five minutes, the power driver bsod happened again. I've probably reinstalled these drivers more than ten times at this point.
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-15T17:12:32.9333333+00:00

Hi,

I know this is a bug that occurs after updating from Windows 10 to 11 due to driver failures, as there are no KB updates. Try disabling BitLocker and testing it.

https://www.asus.com/support/faq/1047461/

Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

Thanks
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-15T17:31:46.09+00:00

Device encryption and Bitlocker don't even show up within my privacy and security settings, or under any search. After the update, Bitlocker is no longer present.
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-15T17:44:39.7866667+00:00

Hi,

If you don't have the Bitlocker option in Windows Explorer, when you access it, do you have the padlock icon on the local disk? , the update was probably not 100% and may be causing problems.

I mentioned bitlocker because I've seen it cause this BSOD on sleep after upgrading to Windows 11 in some users at 24h2.

Thanks
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-15T17:58:25.3+00:00

I don't see the padlock icon in Windows Explorer. I'm wondering if a clean install is the only solution at this point.
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-15T18:02:12.4833333+00:00

Hi,

In that case, yes, the best option to resolve the situation would be using the USB method.

If you don't know how to use this method, I can instruct you.

Thanks
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-15T18:06:38.2533333+00:00

Hi,

In this case, your Windows update wasn't 100% successful. I recommend a clean install; it's always the best option rather than upgrading from Windows 10 to 11. This can cause bugs and the update may not have been 100% successful.

I'm sorry, but first of all, back up your files. The best method is using a USB drive.

Thanks
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-17T13:59:44.93+00:00

Hi,

Were you able to reinstall Windows using the USB method?

Thanks
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-17T14:07:58.63+00:00

Hey Ivan,
I'm going to have to wait a bit for a clean install. I have a few projects going right now that I don't want to interrupt. But I've done clean installs before, so I'm not too worried about. Very much appreciated for the extensive help!
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-17T14:10:32.6866667+00:00

Hi,

I understand. If everything goes well, could you come back here and confirm?

I'll be waiting.

If the answer is helpful, please click "Accept Answer" and kindly upvote it. If you have extra questions about this answer, please click "Comment".

Thanks
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-19T11:27:38.1066667+00:00

Hi,

Were you able to see the issue with the clean installation?

Thanks
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-20T14:23:47.8733333+00:00

Hey Ivan,
As I said--it'll be a while. The system is stable so long as I don't activate sleep mode. So I'll hold of for a few weeks probably, but after I do a clean install, I'll come back and check in. Again, many thanks for the help!
Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-20T14:28:10.27+00:00

Hi,

Sorry for the inconvenience, I'll be waiting and hoping that the clean reinstallation solution resolves the problem.

Have a good week.

Thanks

Answer 2

Wes Swedlow 0

Here you go: https://1drv.ms/f/c/1456e7c7b9b21c36/IgA6BaRatNzHTqhznIwOljskAZ3PMtVD49BCV3HHJugQFoY?e=Q09dfF

Ivan B 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2026-02-08T17:35:57.8233333+00:00

Hi,

According to the minidumps, the fault is with the GPU driver, which is AMD and constant.

What are your PC specs or laptop model?

Thanks
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-08T17:54:16.2566667+00:00

Thanks for checking ! It's a desktop running on a AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 8-Core Processor. The GPU is a Radeon RX 6800 XT.

I forgot to note that this only ever happens after the computer goes into sleep mode.
Wes Swedlow 0 Reputation points

2026-02-15T18:03:24.8466667+00:00

Looking at the C drive overview under Disks & Volumes, I finally found the Bitlocker option. When I click to turn it on it shows Error Code 0x80004005

Answer 3

It sounds like you're experiencing a frustrating issue with the power driver failure and BSOD related to ntoskrnl.exe after upgrading to Windows 11. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the issue:

Check for Windows Updates: Ensure that your system is fully updated. Sometimes, Microsoft releases updates that address known issues.
Review Event Logs: Use the Event Viewer to check for any critical errors or warnings that may provide more insight into what is causing the BSOD. Look specifically for events related to driver failures.
Update All Drivers: While you've mentioned updating drivers, ensure that you check for updates for all hardware components, including graphics, audio, and network drivers. Sometimes, specific drivers can cause conflicts.
Check Device Manager: Open Device Manager and look for any devices with a yellow exclamation mark, indicating a driver issue. Right-click on these devices and try updating or uninstalling the drivers.
BIOS Update: Check if there is a BIOS update available for your motherboard. An outdated BIOS can sometimes lead to compatibility issues with newer operating systems.
Remove Unsigned Drivers: If you have any unsigned drivers, consider removing them as they can cause stability issues. Unsigned drivers may not be properly verified and can lead to system crashes.
Perform a Clean Boot: To determine if background programs are causing the issue, you can perform a clean boot. This starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs.
System Restore: If the issue started after a specific update, consider using System Restore to revert your system to a previous state where it was functioning correctly.

If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may need to consider a clean installation of Windows 11, as this can often resolve persistent driver conflicts.

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