Windows 7 BSODs after waking from sleep

[Curly Joe]

Hi, I have a new machine I built about three months ago and I've only occasionally had BSODs. But now they've increased in the past couple of weeks to sometimes two or three a day. Usually a few minutes after I wake the machine from sleep.


One BSOD error said something about USBScan.sys with error 0x0000000A. Another said irql-not-less-or-equal and the last said something about Memory_Management. Thanks very much for the help.


my specs:
Windows 7 Ultimate x64 Retail
Intel Core i5 2500K @ 3.30GHZ not overclocked
Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3 motherboard Rev. B3
Corsair 8gb ram
Gigabyte R685D5OC-1GD video card
Seasonic M12II Bronze 620W power supply
3 SATA hard drives
Malwarebytes free antivirus
Comodo Firewall

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[ChatGPT]

It looks like you are experiencing frequent Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors on your Windows 7 machine, particularly after waking it from sleep mode. These errors can be caused by various issues, including driver conflicts, hardware problems, or software issues. Let's address each of the specific errors you mentioned:

1. USBScan.sys Error (0x0000000A):
   • The error code 0x0000000A typically indicates a driver-related issue, often related to faulty hardware or incompatible drivers.
   • Given that the error references USBScan.sys, it could be related to a USB device or driver causing conflicts.
   • To address this, you can try updating all your USB drivers to their latest versions.
   []IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL Error:
   • This error is commonly associated with memory or driver issues.
   • It might be related to a malfunctioning hardware component, faulty memory module, or incompatible drivers.
   • To troubleshoot, you can perform a memory test to check for any issues with the RAM modules.
   []Memory Management Error:
   • The Memory Management error often indicates issues with RAM, such as faulty memory modules or incorrect memory configurations.
   • It can also be caused by corrupted system files or driver conflicts.
   • Running a memory diagnostic test and checking the RAM modules for errors can help identify potential hardware issues. Given your system specifications, here are some general steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve these BSOD errors:
   []Update Drivers:
   • Ensure all your drivers, especially those for chipset, USB controllers, and graphics, are up to date. You can download the latest drivers from the respective manufacturer's websites.
   []Check Memory:
   • Run Windows Memory Diagnostic tool to check for memory issues. You can access this tool by searching for "Windows Memory Diagnostic" in the Start menu.
   []Remove Recently Added Hardware:
   • If you recently added any new hardware components, try removing them temporarily to see if the BSOD errors persist.
   []Check System Files:
   • Run a System File Checker (SFC) scan to check for corrupted system files. Open Command Prompt as administrator and run the command sfc /scannow.
   []Review System Logs:
   • Check the Event Viewer for any system logs or error messages that might provide more insight into the cause of the BSODs.
   []Disable Sleep Mode:
   • As a temporary measure, you can try disabling sleep mode to see if the BSODs still occur. After following these steps, monitor your system to see if the BSOD errors persist. If the issue continues, further troubleshooting might be necessary. Feel free to provide updates on your progress or if you need more assistance!