Windows 7 Reoccurring Hardlock/BSOD approx. 45min after startup

[Zanok]

Starting about 4 days ago my computer gave me a BSOD, and from then on it would hardlock (followed by a BSOD 2-4min later) approx. 1 hour from when I started it up. I tested/stress tested everything I could think of. I made sure my power settings didn't turn anything off. I used HD Tuner to check my SSD that Windows is on, Prime95 for CPU/Memory. Even played Crysis 2 at near maxed settings. During all of these the temp of cpu/gpu never came close to critical territory, and none of them made the BSOD come any sooner than it would if I spent that time idling. I also tried moving the SSD to a different SATA slot, and replacing my old PSU with a brand new one I had laying around.

Earlier this morning I formatted the SSD and reinstalled Windows. With a fresh install with only the drivers from the motherboard's disc, and the latest nvidia drivers it BSOD'd after approx. 20-45 minutes. I installed all of the Windows Updates including SP1 and it it still does it after 45m.

I'd love to post the minidump, but neither installation would actually make one. SF Diag tool rar is attached along with the cpu-z and RAMMon reports.

The BSOD code from the first one was always 0x000000F4 (0xFFFFFA8008C4060 0xFFFFF8008C4340 0xFFFFF8000319D510). After the new install I've had 3. the first was c0000135, second was c000021a (0xc0000006), third was 0x000000F4 (0xFFFFFA80092FCB30 0xFFFFF80092FCE10 0xFFFFF800031CE510)

I filled out my profile with mostly everything. If there's something you'd like to know that I didn't answer just let me know.

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you've done a thorough job troubleshooting your computer to resolve the BSOD (Blue Screen of Death) issues. Let's delve deeper into the information you've provided:

BSOD Error Codes:​

1. The BSOD codes you've encountered are:
   • 0x000000F4
   • c0000135
   • c000021a
   []These errors indicate various issues ranging from hardware problems, corrupt system files, to device driver conflicts.

   Troubleshooting Steps You've Taken:​

   []Tested and stress-tested components such as CPU, Memory using Prime95 & HD Tuner. []Checked temperature levels, which seem fine. []Moved SSD to a different SATA slot and replaced the PSU. []Reinstalled Windows from scratch with only essential drivers installed.

   Recommendations and Next Steps:​

   []Driver Verifier: This tool can help identify problematic drivers causing the BSODs. Here's how to use it:
   • Search for "verifier" in the Start menu.
   • Run the Driver Verifier Manager.
   • Select "Create standard settings" and follow the prompts.
   • Reboot your system and monitor for BSODs.
   []Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool:
   • Search for "Windows Memory Diagnostic" in the Start menu.
   • Run the tool and choose to restart and check for memory problems.
   []Windows System File Checker (SFC):
   • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
   • Enter the command: sfc /scannow
   • This tool will scan for and repair corrupted system files.
   []Check Hardware Connections:
   • Ensure all hardware components are securely connected.
   • Check for any loose connections, especially with RAM and GPU.

     Minidump File:​

     Since you mentioned not having a minidump file, it could be due to settings or a configuration issue. You can enable minidump creation through:
   []Go to Control Panel > System and Security > System. []Click "Advanced system settings" on the left. []In the Advanced tab, under Startup and Recovery, click "Settings."

2. In the System failure section, ensure "Write an event to the system log" is checked and "Small memory dump (256kb)" is selected. After following these steps and encountering any new BSODs, please share the minidump files for further analysis. Let me know if you need assistance with any of the steps or encounter new developments.​

   Given the severity and persistence of the issue, advanced troubleshooting tools like Driver Verifier and Memory Diagnostic are recommended to pinpoint the root cause of the problem.