Windows 7 [BSOD] Driver_IRQL_Not_Less_Or_Equal Ntkrnlmp.exe

[CrashmanX]

Hey there, a bit new to these forums but trying to figure out what exactly is going on. About 2 weeks ago I installed a Wireless card into my PC, I started getting very random and odd blue screens. I attributed them to the Wireless card and removed it. About 1 week ago I decided to re-install Windows 7 (64-Bit, Ultimate) because the blue screens were persisting and they seemed to be driver related. I had been doing fine and not getting any Blue Screens till yesterday and today. I'm now up to 3 already and they're all IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL. Now I fear this would mean RAM issue but I had MemTest 86 going for over 9 hours and it came up with no errors. So I'm not 100% sure what the issue is. I've tried using WinDbg to figure out the cause but it keeps coming back to Ntkrnlmp.exe, which I'm not 100% exactly what the program does but I do know it's an integral part of Windows 7 for Multi-core machines.

Any help would be appreciated. (Minidumps attached)Link Removed

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(Also I realized I should've made this in the BSOD sub section. Should I re-make this there or see if a mod will move this?)

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you've been experiencing frequent Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors with the "IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL" message even after installing a new wireless card and reinstalling Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot this issue:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Check Drivers:
   • Ensure all your drivers, especially for your network card and other essential components, are up to date. Outdated or incompatible drivers can lead to such errors.
   []Memory Issues:
   • Even though MemTest 86 did not show any errors, try reseating your RAM modules or testing them one at a time to identify any potential issues.
   []Ntkrnlmp.exe Analysis:
   • Ntkrnlmp.exe is indeed a core part of Windows related to the kernel. However, pinpointing the cause to this file in WinDbg could be a bit tricky. It is often seen in BSOD dumps but may not directly be the cause of the issue.
   []System File Check (SFC) and Disk Check:
   • Run a System File Check to scan and restore corrupted system files. Also, perform a disk check using the CHKDSK command to ensure there are no disk errors.
   []Hardware Check:
   • Consider checking other hardware components like the hard drive, motherboard, and CPU for any potential issues.
   []Check for Overclocking:
   • If your system is overclocked, revert to default settings as unstable overclocks can cause system instability.
   []BSOD Subsection:
   • It would be beneficial to repost this in the BSOD subsection for more specialized assistance if needed.

     Additional Notes:​

     • The fact that the issue persisted even after reinstalling Windows indicates the problem might be related to hardware.
     • Moving this post to the BSOD section or seeking assistance there may provide more targeted help regarding the specific BSOD errors and minidump analysis.
     Feel free to ask if you need further assistance or clarification on any of the steps mentioned.