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Additional information about the problem:
BCCode: c4
BCP1: 00000033
BCP2: 00000002
BCP3: 84BEE090
BCP4: 00000000
OS Version: 6_0_6002
Service Pack: 2_0
Product: 768_1

SPECS: Vista 32 Bit 4GB RAM, NVIDIA GeFORCE 9600M GT is up to date, 2 hd's both 100GB each (ota), My Windows updater is up to date and will not allow me to get any newer drivers so they must be up to date.

Cause: These are the messages I get after a log back into Vista. The BSoD's are caused by me restarting or turning off my pc!
I am unable to restart or turn off my pc without getting an instant BSoD, well it acts normal for a few seconds and then turns that psychologically proven stress relieving blue (hah lol)

Comments: Please don't say it's a hardware malfunction etc... it's not a proper answer. Please don't refer me to my local shop to get it repaired, it's not a problem like that. How do I know this? Because Ubuntu Linux runs absolutely fine.
After 2 years off windows and on linux I felt nostalgic for the ease of installing some obscure problems. I felt I missed it tbh but seriously, after struggling to come to terms with the BSoD (supposedly caused by having too much ram - of all the sins in the world) I'm already getting too frustrated.

Gratitude : Please, it would mean a lot to fix this problem

Please Let Me Know, Gratias Vobis Ago

 

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It seems like you are encountering Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) errors with specific details such as BCCode: c4 when restarting or turning off your Windows Vista PC. Since you have ruled out hardware issues due to Ubuntu Linux running fine on the same system, we can focus on potential software-related solutions to resolve this problem. Given your system specifications and the recurring nature of the BSoDs, here are some steps you can take to address this issue:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Update Device Drivers:
   • It's great that you mentioned your NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT is up to date, but it's worth verifying if all other drivers, especially those related to your motherboard and storage devices, are also updated.
   []Check for Windows Updates:
   • Ensure that your operating system is fully updated by running Windows Update to check for any pending updates.
   []Check for System File Corruption:
   • Use the System File Checker (SFC) tool to scan for and repair corrupted system files. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the command: sfc /scannow
   []Check Event Viewer:
   • Review the Event Viewer logs for more details on the BSoD errors. Look for any patterns or specific error messages that might give further insight.
   []Disable Automatic Restart:
   • Disable automatic restart on system failure to have more time to read the BSoD error message. This can provide additional clues to the root cause of the issue.
   []Check for Malware:
   • Perform a full system scan with an updated antivirus program to rule out any malware or viruses causing the BSoDs.
   []Review System Logs:
   • Look through the system logs in Windows to see if any specific events are consistently occurring before the BSoD.
2. Update BIOS:
   • If applicable, check if there are any BIOS updates available for your motherboard and consider updating it if needed.

     Additional Notes:​

   • It's important to note that Windows Vista reached its end of support on April 11, 2017. Upgrading to a more recent operating system like Windows 7, 8.1, or 10 could provide better stability and security.
   • Since you mentioned it's been two years since you last used Windows, issues related to compatibility with newer software or updates could also be a factor. Would you like more detailed steps on any of the troubleshooting methods listed above, or are there any specific error messages you're consistently seeing in the Event Viewer logs that you would like to explore further?