Windows 7 DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE caused by ntoskrnl.exe??

[Monkeyfeng]

So I recently built my gaming pc. It has been working perfectly for a month. Just today, it's getting BSOD problem. I download whocrashed and it gave me these reports:
windows version: Windows 7 Service Pack 1, 6.1, build: 7601 windows dir: C:\Windows CPU: GenuineIntel Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-2700K CPU @ 3.50GHz Intel586, level: 6 8 logical processors, active mask: 255 RAM: 8563650560 total VM: 2147352576, free: 1926479872 Graphic card: Geforce GTX 570 Power Supply: OCZ 750W



On Thu 1/19/2012 4:26:20 AM GMT your computer crashed crash dump file: C:\Windows\Minidump\011812-6910-01.dmp This was probably caused by the following module: ntoskrnl.exe (nt+0x7CC40) Bugcheck code: 0x9F (0x3, 0xFFFFFA800AF1F060, 0xFFFFF80004C8B3D8, 0xFFFFFA800D7149D0) Error: DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE file path: C:\Windows\system32\ntoskrnl.exe product: Microsoft® Windows® Operating System company: Microsoft Corporation description: NT Kernel & System Bug check description: This bug check indicates that the driver is in an inconsistent or invalid power state. This appears to be a typical software driver bug and is not likely to be caused by a hardware problem. The crash took place in the Windows kernel. Possibly this problem is caused by another driver which cannot be identified at this time.


Here is the dump file:
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Thank you for helping me out! Let me know if you need anymore information.

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you're encountering a DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) issue on your gaming PC. This type of error is commonly associated with a driver not handling power state transitions properly. Based on the information provided by WhoCrashed and the crash dump file analysis, here's a summary of the details:

• Operating System: Windows 7 Service Pack 1
• CPU: Intel Core i7-2700K CPU @ 3.50GHz (8 logical processors)
• RAM: 8,563,650,560 bytes (roughly 8 GB)
• Virtual Memory: 2,147,352,576 bytes (about 2 GB)
• Graphics Card: GeForce GTX 570
• Power Supply: OCZ 750W

WhoCrashed Analysis:​

• Bugcheck Code: 0x9F
• Module Causing Crash: ntoskrnl.exe
• Bug Check Description: DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE
• File Path: C:\Windows\system32\ntoskrnl.exe
• Product: Microsoft Windows Operating System
• Company: Microsoft Corporation

Possible Causes:​

• The issue is likely due to a software driver problem and not a hardware issue.
• The crash occurred in the Windows kernel, indicating a driver-related issue.
• It's stated that another driver might be causing the problem but is not identified yet.

Given this information, here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE error on your PC:

1. Update Drivers:
   • Make sure all your drivers are up to date, especially graphics card and chipset drivers. You can visit the manufacturer's websites to download the latest drivers.
   []Check Power Settings:
   • Ensure that your power settings are optimized and that all power-saving features are configured correctly.
   []Check Hardware:
   • Verify that all hardware components are properly connected and functional. Reseating components like RAM and GPU might help.
   []Run Windows Update:
   • Check for any pending Windows updates that might include driver updates or patches for known issues.
   []Check for Malware:
   • Perform a full scan of your system using antivirus software to rule out malware as a potential cause.
2. Use System File Checker (SFC):
   • Run the SFC tool to scan and repair corrupt system files that could be causing the issue. If the problem persists after following these steps, analyzing the dump file in more detail or seeking assistance from a professional might be necessary. Let me know if you need further assistance or if you have any specific questions regarding the troubleshooting process!