Windows 10: CLOCK_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT error all the time!

I am getting this error any time I try to reset my computer or install software or just randomly.I am running Windows 11 Professional, on an ASUS desktop with a 3090 GPU and an i9-11900KF processor with 32 gb of RAM.I have zipped up my Mini dump files... if that helps any. I just have no idea how to attach it!

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Blue screen error with Clock_Watchdog_Timeout error code.

Hi Charlie,

The CLOCK_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT error can be caused by a faulty processor. This error may also be triggered by an outdated driver. To isolate your concern, we suggest that you consider the following:

• Ensure that your CPU's temperature is within standard and nothing is overheating.
  
• Clear your CMOS (or load optimized BIOS defaults) to ensure there's no improper BIOS setting or to clear overclock settings.
  
• Update your BIOS.
• Run
  Windows Update to install the latest driver on your system.

Note: For steps 2 & 3, it's best to get an assistance from your system manufacturer to ensure that all settings will be properly configured.

Feel free to post back if you encounter any challenges along the process.

 

CLOCK_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT After Leaving PC for 5-10 Minutes


Daemon tools, Alcohol 120% and Power Archiver Pro uses SCSI Pass Through Direct (SPTD), which is a well known cause for BSOD's.
Please remove Daemon Tools and run the SPTD pass through remover.

1. Uninstall Daemon Tools
2. Download the SPTD standalone installer and follow these steps:
   • Double click the executable to open it
   • Click on the button shown below

If the button is grayed out, like in the image, there is no more SPTD installation on your system, and you can close the window.

The 0x101(CLOCK_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT) is mostly caused by BIOS or hardware problem, the challenge is to find software problems.
I suggest to update your BIOS.
Code:

Code:

BIOS Version:              American Megatrends Inc. 2001   , 7/8/2011

Attachment 51031

 

Clock_Watchdog_Timeout error

Hi,

Thank you for posting your question in the Microsoft Community.

I understand that you are getting BSOD message Clock_Watchdog_Timeout on the pc. I will try to help you with this issue.

Please answer these questions to get more clarity on this issue:

• 
  What is the make and model of the pc?
  
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  Did you make any changes to the pc prior to this issue?
  
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  Have you installed all pending updates on the pc?
  

Unplug all external devices connected to the pc and restart the computer to check if you are able to get to the desktop screen.

Sometimes new hardware can cause blue screen errors. If you recently added new hardware to your PC, shut down your PC, unplug the new hardware, and then restart your PC.

Once you are able to get to the desktop, ensure to install all pending updates and also update all device drivers.

Many blue screen errors can be resolved by making sure that Windows is up to date. In the search box on the taskbar, enter Windows Update, select Windows Update. On the Windows Update page, select Check for updates.

Keep us informed to help you further.