About this tag
The tag 'idle crashes' on WindowsForum.com covers system crashes that occur when a computer is idle or performing light tasks. Common themes include BSODs and unexpected shutdowns, often linked to GPU issues with AMD Radeon R9 series cards, power supply problems, or motherboard anti-surge triggers. Users report crashes during idle periods or while watching movies, with some experiencing boot failures requiring a PSU reset. Troubleshooting steps include replacing PSUs, adjusting BIOS settings, and testing hardware. The content focuses on Windows 7 and 10 systems, with an emphasis on hardware-related causes rather than software or updates.
  1. Azrael

    Windows 7 BSOD with R9 series

    Hello all ! I've exactly the same problems than : http://windowsforum.com/threads/need-help-bsod-caused-by-amd-radeon-r9-290-series.191692/page-1 , i tried the same test , i got the same results... My hardware : CPU : FX 8350 GPU : Sapphire R9 290X RAM : 2x4GB DDR3 MB: Asus M5A78L/USB3 PSU ...
    • Azrael
    • Thread
    • amd battlefield 3 bsod coolermaster cpu ddr3 ram dump files error gaming gpu hardware issues idle crashes motherboard performance r9 series sapphire system crash troubleshooting windows
    • Replies: 49
    • Forum: Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)
  2. E

    Windows 7 PC turns off without warning

    Hi, since about 1 month my PC turns randomly off. Sometimes after 10 hours, sometimes after 2. Mostly when in Idle or when i'm watching movies on a second Monitor (TV but it also crashes if it is unplugged so thats not the reason). Sometimes when i try to boot again it wont start except if i...
    • Endorphyn
    • Thread
    • amd anti surge asus boot issues diagnostics error geil hard drive hardware issues home wiring idle crashes monitor issues overclocking power supply random shutdown ssd system settings troubleshooting user support
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  3. B

    Windows 7 Windows 7 Beta: Blue screen, Memory dump

    I recently installed Windows 7 onto my PC at home.. It seemed to install ok but shortly after startup it blue screens, dumping the memory and restarting the computer. Originally I thought this could be a problem with my HD, I had to use Partition Magic in order to dual boot XP and 7 and I...
    • blaineevans
    • Thread
    • amd processor beta blue screen crash driver issues dual boot hardware compatibility idle crashes installation memory dump motherboard partition patriot ram pc troubleshooting reformat restart sound blaster sound card windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)