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Troubleshooting New Build Crashes

Posted by ultimate_builder in PC Builds & Hardware on October 26, 2023, 10:30 AM

Hey everyone,

I just finished building my new PC, and I'm encountering frequent crashes, usually within 5-15 minutes of booting up or shortly after launching a game/application. The crashes manifest as a sudden shutdown or a BSOD (Blue Screen of Death) with various error codes, though 'IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL' and 'PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA' seem to be the most common.

My System Specs:

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7700X
  • Motherboard: ASUS ROG STRIX B650E-F GAMING WIFI
  • RAM: G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6000 CL30
  • GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • Storage: Samsung 980 Pro 1TB NVMe SSD
  • PSU: Corsair RM850x (850W Gold)
  • Cooler: Noctua NH-D15
  • OS: Windows 11 Pro

What I've tried so far:

  • Reseated the CPU, RAM, and GPU.
  • Checked all power connections to the motherboard, CPU, GPU, and drives.
  • Updated the BIOS to the latest version (version 1602).
  • Updated all drivers (GPU, Chipset, Network, Audio) from manufacturer websites.
  • Ran Windows Memory Diagnostic - no errors found.
  • Ran CrystalDiskInfo on the SSD - shows as healthy.
  • Disabled XMP/EXPO profiles in BIOS - still crashes, sometimes faster.
  • Checked CPU and GPU temperatures during idle and light load - they seem within normal ranges (CPU ~50-60C, GPU ~40-50C). Haven't tested under heavy load due to crashes.
  • Tried booting with only one stick of RAM at a time - still crashes.

I'm running out of ideas. Could it be a faulty component? Maybe the motherboard or PSU? Or is there something I'm overlooking in the software side?

Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

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Reply by json_guru

October 26, 2023, 10:45 AM

Hi ultimate_builder, that's a frustrating situation. Given you've tried disabling XMP/EXPO and testing RAM sticks individually, it's less likely to be RAM instability *caused* by the profile itself. However, it's still possible the RAM is faulty or not fully compatible.

Have you tried running a more intensive memory test like MemTest86+? It's more thorough than Windows Memory Diagnostic.

Also, what specific BSOD error codes are you getting? Sometimes the codes can point to specific drivers or hardware issues.

Try underclocking your CPU slightly in the BIOS, just as a test. If the crashes stop, it might indicate an issue with the CPU or motherboard power delivery.

Check your PSU wattage calculator for your components, 850W should be sufficient for a 7700X and 4080, but quality can matter. Any chance you could test with a different known-good PSU?

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Reply by system_admin

October 26, 2023, 11:02 AM

Could be a power delivery issue on the motherboard, especially if you're experiencing crashes under load (even light load). Make sure your motherboard's VRM heatsinks are properly attached and have good contact.

Also, have you monitored your voltages in HWMonitor or similar software? Drooping voltages under load could indicate a PSU struggling or a motherboard issue.

It's also worth checking Event Viewer in Windows for any critical errors logged just before the crash occurred. This might provide more specific clues.

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