Windows 7 Not enough Space on hard disk causing BSOD when I have over 200GB free in my partition? Different BS

[Jeff Ding]

***PLEASE read everything that i say carefully to avoid misunderstandings....thanks

ok so i have an ASUS M4A79T deluxe and i ran 3 sticks of patriot viper ram (3x2GB). this ram is rated at 1600 and 1.65v

i recently added a 4gb stick of Corsair XMS ram to my setup and now i hav 10gb of ram.
this ram is rated at 1333 mhz and 1.5v

i am currently running all 4 sticks at 1333 mhz at 1.5v
the 3 viper sticks can run 1600 at 1.5v fine as well as i tested it



~~~currently i have operating system instabilities such random "Windows Desktop Gadgets has stopped working" or "windows desktop manager has stopped working messages"
i also get BSOD's that say i have to check for hard drive space even though i have over 200GB free in my partition

minidump files are here:

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the BSOD messages i have been getting seem to be different every time

i did in fact run the Prime95 memory test as well as MemTestx86 as well as the Windows Memory test (mcshed.exe or something!?) for hours on end with no problems whatsoever. the windows memory test didn't detect anything.

one more thing is that the nvidia control panel freezes up every time i try to open it so i tried to update that driver with no success of fixing that issue but i dont know if the bsod's are caused by the video drivers.

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since taking out/returning the RAM is not possible i would like a straightforward solution to my problem please.



thanks in advance

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you are experiencing stability issues with your system after adding different RAM modules with varying specifications. Here are some insights and suggestions based on the information you provided:

RAM Compatibility:​

• Mixing RAM modules with different frequencies and voltages can sometimes lead to stability issues. While your Patriot Viper RAM can run at 1600MHz and 1.65V, the Corsair XMS RAM is rated at 1333MHz and 1.5V. Running all of them at 1333MHz and 1.5V might be a compromise to ensure compatibility, but it can still cause problems due to the differences in specifications.

  System Instabilities:​

  • The random errors you are encountering like "Windows Desktop Gadgets has stopped working" and BSODs could be related to the RAM mismatches or potentially other hardware or driver issues.
  • The BSOD messages vary each time, indicating that the crashes could be caused by different factors.

  Troubleshooting Steps:​

  1. RAM Configuration:
     • Check if your motherboard supports running different RAM modules at different speeds and voltages simultaneously. Some motherboards may have limitations on mixed RAM configurations.
     • Try running the system with each set of RAM modules independently (3x2GB Patriot Viper and the 4GB Corsair XMS) to see if stability improves.
     []Driver Issues:
     • The freezing of the NVIDIA Control Panel could be a driver-related issue. Try updating or reinstalling the NVIDIA graphics driver to address this problem.
     []BSOD Analysis:
     • Analyzing the minidump files from the BSODs can provide more insights into the specific error codes and potential causes of the crashes. You can use tools like BlueScreenView to analyze these files.
  2. Operating System Check:
     • Make sure your operating system is up to date with the latest patches and updates. Updating Windows can sometimes resolve compatibility issues and improve system stability.

       Additional Considerations:​

       • It's essential to ensure that all hardware components, including the motherboard, are compatible with the RAM modules you are using.
       • If stability issues persist, consider running stress tests like Prime95 (CPU) and FurMark (GPU) to check for any hardware-related problems.
       • If possible, try borrowing compatible RAM modules to isolate if the stability issues are specifically related to the mixed RAM configuration.
       By following these troubleshooting steps, you can hopefully pinpoint the root cause of the stability issues and work towards resolving them effectively. If you encounter any specific error messages or need further assistance, feel free to provide more details for tailored support.