Windows 10: PC bluescreens, but only when idle.

Discus and support PC bluescreens, but only when idle. in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; My PC has been having issues with freezes and then crashes for seemingly no reason. I have found out this info while troubleshooting: -Disk usage ramps... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Andy McCormack, Jan 18, 2023.

  1. PC bluescreens, but only when idle.


    My PC has been having issues with freezes and then crashes for seemingly no reason. I have found out this info while troubleshooting: -Disk usage ramps up to 100% before it bluescreens.-Running on full load temporarily stops the crashes from happening.-After the BSOD, it boots to BIOS and I cannot leave unless I power it off and power it back on.-Still happens in safe mode, although much less common.-BSOD error messages change sometimes, but the most common one is "CRITICAL PROCESS DIED".It is a custom-built computer.-Core i5 12600-Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB 2x8GB 3200MHz-RX 6600 XT-Silicon

    :)
     
    Andy McCormack, Jan 18, 2023
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  2. New Windows 10 PC Bluescreens when idle

    I have a brand new build, Windows 10, Asus Z170-P motherboard, 12gb corsair ddr4, GTX 950, 1TB hard drive. Whenever I leave it idle it seems to bluescreen. This can happen after 20-30 minutes or not for an hour or more. Usually when I'm using it actively playing games it is fine. The bluescreen bug check string is various things from MEMORY_MANAGEMENT, IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL, BAD_POOL_HEADER and a few others.

    The minidumps for all the recent bluescreens are here:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-wOckrdsYnYWG5RYlVOMF9xaTg/view?usp=sharing

    Things I've tried:

    • Updating all my drivers, particularly the asus chipset drivers
    • Running Memtest overnight (7 passes in 9 hours, no issues found)
    • chkdisk (via windows 10 tools)

    I really am stuck now. I took it back to the store where I bought all the parts and they said they tested it and it's all fine (they updated the chipset drivers again even though I had already done so) and for them it was running for 2 hours with no bluescreen.

    If anyone has suggestions I'd be really grateful because I've run out of ideas!

    UPDATE

    Memory timings from CPU-Z added below:


    PC bluescreens, but only when idle. senbH.png



    PC bluescreens, but only when idle. GPuk3.png
     
    peacemaker, Jan 18, 2023
    #2
  3. Jonas Flo Win User
    Bluetooth still on while idle

    Thanks for following the steps. Now, the settings won't take effect if you are only using normal PC idle mode. Normal functionality of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi settings are to stay connected even if PC is idle. With the settings that you have created, we would
    suggest that you set your PC to automatically go to Sleep or
    Hibernate
    once idle. In this way, the settings "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power" should take effect.

    To set your PC to automatically go to Sleep or Hibernate when idle, please follow these steps:

    • Open Control Panel, set view by: Small
      icons.
    • Look for Power Options.
    • Click on Change when the computer sleeps on the left pane.
    • Set a timer.

    Please try it out. Hope it helps. If you have any other concerns, don't hesitate to come back to us.
     
    Jonas Flo, Jan 18, 2023
    #3
  4. PC bluescreens, but only when idle.

    PC Build Steps

    Ok just because I like steps i am going to create some steps. Please give me the stamp of approval/disapproval
    • Install system in case
      • Remember to connect SSD and optical to same SATA ports on motherboard
    • Turn on PC
    • setup HDD
    • run blend test in prime95 for 30-60 min
      • run realtemp at the same time
    • While in Prime95 test
      • if CPU goes above 70c in RealTemp, I have a leaky CPU
      • if my system locks up or blue screens, there is an instability in the system somewhere
      • if my system does not lock up or blue screen, my CPU is not damaged and I am in the clear!
    What do you guys think??
     
    anandsap123, Jan 18, 2023
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