Windows 10: driver_irql_not_less_or_equal

Hello,


I keep having the following BSOD: driver_irql_not_less_or_equal and it's driving me crazy.

Twice the cause was the following address in stack: ntoskrnl.exe+bfe48

The last time I got the following error but no address: 0x0000000a


I know these are the main causes of the error

• Cause 1: Corrupt system files I've check SFC and Checked windows health
• Cause 2: Incompatible device drivers
• Cause 3: Faulty hardware items how could I possibly check this?
• Cause 4: Incorrect software installation
• Cause 5: A downgraded Windows installation not the case

I've tried several things like:

• memory diagnostic
• checked the drivers of almost? every item
• switched my memory banks around

I don't know how to add my dump file, so I've pasted the report from WHOCRASHED


Crash Dump Analysis



Crash dumps are enabled on your computer.

Crash dump directories:
C:\Windows
C:\Windows\Minidump

On Sun 31/05/2020 22:27:11 your computer crashed or a problem was reported
crash dump file: C:\Windows\Minidump\053120-5687-01.dmp
This was probably caused by the following module: Unknown 0xFFFFF8017BB14FFD
Bugcheck code: 0xA 0x186, 0x2, 0x0, 0xFFFFF8017BB14FFD
Error: IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
Bug check description: This indicates that Microsoft Windows or a kernel-mode driver accessed paged memory at DISPATCH_LEVEL or above. This is a software bug.
This bug check belongs to the crash dump test that you have performed with WhoCrashed or other software. It means that a crash dump file was properly written out.
A third party driver was identified as the probable root cause of this system error.
Google query: IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL

On Sun 31/05/2020 22:27:11 your computer crashed or a problem was reported
crash dump file: C:\Windows\MEMORY.DMP
This was probably caused by the following module: Unknown 0xFFFFF8017BB14FFD
Bugcheck code: 0xA 0x186, 0x2, 0x0, 0xFFFFF8017BB14FFD
Error: IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
Bug check description: This indicates that Microsoft Windows or a kernel-mode driver accessed paged memory at DISPATCH_LEVEL or above. This is a software bug.
This bug check belongs to the crash dump test that you have performed with WhoCrashed or other software. It means that a crash dump file was properly written out.
A third party driver was identified as the probable root cause of this system error.
Google query: IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL

On Fri 22/05/2020 19:55:39 your computer crashed or a problem was reported
crash dump file: C:\Windows\Minidump\052220-7312-01.dmp
This was probably caused by the following module: Unknown 0xFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF
Bugcheck code: 0x1E 0xFFFFFFFFC0000005, 0xFFFFF807043C971F, 0x0, 0xFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF
Error: KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED
Bug check description: This indicates that a kernel-mode program generated an exception which the error handler did not catch.
This might be a case of memory corruption. This may be because of a hardware issue such as faulty RAM, overheating thermal issue or because of a buggy driver.
A third party driver was identified as the probable root cause of this system error.
Google query: KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED

On Tue 19/05/2020 17:04:41 your computer crashed or a problem was reported
crash dump file: C:\Windows\Minidump\051920-5796-01.dmp
This was probably caused by the following module: Unknown 0xFFFFF801568A9661
Bugcheck code: 0xD1 0xE80, 0x2, 0x0, 0xFFFFF801568A9661
Error: DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
Bug check description: This indicates that a kernel-mode driver attempted to access pageable memory at a process IRQL that was too high.
This bug check belongs to the crash dump test that you have performed with WhoCrashed or other software. It means that a crash dump file was properly written out.
A third party driver was identified as the probable root cause of this system error.
Google query: DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL

On Wed 13/05/2020 18:55:19 your computer crashed or a problem was reported
crash dump file: C:\Windows\Minidump\051320-7296-01.dmp
This was probably caused by the following module: ntoskrnl.exe nt+0x1C2390
Bugcheck code: 0xA 0x0, 0x2, 0x1, 0xFFFFF80320D1ADA7
Error: IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
file path: C:\Windows\system32\ntoskrnl.exe
product: Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
company: Microsoft Corporation
description: NT Kernel & System
Bug check description: This indicates that Microsoft Windows or a kernel-mode driver accessed paged memory at DISPATCH_LEVEL or above. This is a software bug.
This bug check belongs to the crash dump test that you have performed with WhoCrashed or other software. It means that a crash dump file was properly written out.
The crash took place in the Windows kernel. Possibly this problem is caused by another driver that cannot be identified at this time.

On Wed 06/05/2020 20:05:30 your computer crashed or a problem was reported
crash dump file: C:\Windows\Minidump\050620-5734-01.dmp
This was probably caused by the following module: ntoskrnl.exe nt+0x1C2390
Bugcheck code: 0xA 0xFFFFD50100002E6A, 0x2, 0x1, 0xFFFFF80659EC1D4D
Error: IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
file path: C:\Windows\system32\ntoskrnl.exe
product: Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
company: Microsoft Corporation
description: NT Kernel & System
Bug check description: This indicates that Microsoft Windows or a kernel-mode driver accessed paged memory at DISPATCH_LEVEL or above. This is a software bug.
This bug check belongs to the crash dump test that you have performed with WhoCrashed or other software. It means that a crash dump file was properly written out.
The crash took place in the Windows kernel. Possibly this problem is caused by another driver that cannot be identified at this time.

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BSOD Error: "DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL" on Windows 10

Hi David,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community and being a part of Windows 10.

I understand the inconvenience you are facing in accessing the internet connection with BSOD error. Do not worry we will help you with this issue.

DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL:

This Stop error message usually occurs during installation when there was an attempt in kernel mode to touch pageable memory at too high a process
internal request level (IRQL). Typically, this error occurs when a driver uses an incorrect memory address. Other possible causes of this error include an incompatible device driver, a general hardware problem, or incompatible software.

As this seems to be an issues with the network drivers, try the below troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

Method 1: Run Network Adapter troubleshooter

Network Adapter troubleshooter find and fix the problems with wireless and other Network Adapter.

• Click on Start; in the start search type
  Troubleshooter and hit Enter.
• In the left pane, click onView all.
• Click on Network Adapter Troubleshooter.
• Click Next and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.

If the issue still persists then,

Method 2: I suggest you to download the latest drivers from the manufacturer's website before uninstalling. Later, uninstall the existing drivers, install them and check if it helps.

Step 1: To uninstall drivers, follow these steps:

• Press Windows key + x key on your keyboard.
• Select Device manager.
• Expand Network adapters. Right-click on the device and click
  Uninstall.
• Restart the computer and check if the issue persists.

Step 2: I suggest you to refer to the below article by
Andre Da Costa about:
How to: Install and Update drivers in Windows 10, install the drivers and check if it helps.

Hope it helps. Try the above troubleshooting steps and update the status of this issue for further assistance.

 

Windows 10 issue - DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL (ETD.sys)


Hi,

Just got a new laptop with Windows 10 installed and I keep getting the BSOD - DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL (ETD.sys)

It seems that it's an issue with the ELAN touchpad driver. I've updated using the driver disc and also downloaded from the manufacturers website but I'm still getting the BSOD.

Any suggestions?

Thanks

Attachment 56639

 

Windows 10 Blue screen on boot - DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL

Hi Elaf,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I understand the inconvenience you are facing currently. Let me help you in resolving the issue.

I would appreciate if you can provide us the following information to help us understand the issue better.

Are you able to boot to desktop screen?

If not, as of now I would suggest that you perform Power Drain and check if you can return back to your desktop screen. To do so follow the steps below:

• Unplug the charger and remove the battery of your laptop, if using a desktop remove the power cord.
• Press and hold the Power button for 30sec
• Plug the charger/power cord and restart system.

I suggest you to refer the Microsoft Article Troubleshoot blue screen errors
provided in the link below

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/troubleshoot-blue-screen-errors

Also suggest you to refer the link below and check if that helps:

Bug Check
0xD1: DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL - Windows 10 …

Hope the information helps. Please get back to us with a reply so that we can assist you further.