Windows 10: DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION Error code on bluescreen.

So my PC is fairly young, about a year and a half old and only recently have I started encountering this issue. As far as I know I've kept it malware-free and trying to avoid putting too much stress on the hardware.I'm hoping someone knows how I can somehow fix it. I remember reading an article from 2 years ago on these forums about a minidump being created, but I don't know what to do with it exactly.

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error code ?

When did the error code appear? During POST? Was it a Windows bluescreen error?

 

dpc_watchdog_violation Bluescreen

Hi Duncan,

Conflicts with a third-party program is one of the possible reasons why you are having a blue screen that has the error code, DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION. For us to assist you better, kindly answer the questions below:

• Have you made any changes to your computer prior to this issue?
• Which version and OS build number of Windows 10 is currently installed? To check, press the Windows key, type winver, and press the Enter key.
• Do you have a third-party security software installed?
• Have you tried the steps in this
  link to troubleshoot blue screen issues?

Meanwhile, I would suggest that you try running your computer in clean boot and check if it helps. This helps eliminate software conflicts that occur when you install a program or an update or when you run a program in Windows 10. You can follow the steps
in this
link.

Note: Please go through the section: How to reset the computer to start normally after clean boot troubleshooting of the Kb article to boot the computer in normal startup after fixing the issue.

We'll be looking forward to your reply.

 

DPC_Watchdog_Violation

Hi,

I understand the inconvenience caused, I will be glad to assist you with this.

This could be due to hardware failure, faulty RAM or corrupted or outdated drivers.

I suggest you to try the steps provided by Anannya Podder in the link below and check if it helps.

Bluescreen Error: DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION


Let us know the result, we will be glad to help if you need further assistance.