Windows 10: PC freezes/lockup before rebooting due to WATCHDOG VIOLATION

Discus and support PC freezes/lockup before rebooting due to WATCHDOG VIOLATION in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hello,Recently it has become a persistent issue when using visually intensive programs/games or even sometimes just browsing that my PC locks up... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Leviatana, Jan 10, 2025.

  1. LEVIATANA
    Leviatana Win User

    PC freezes/lockup before rebooting due to WATCHDOG VIOLATION


    Hello,Recently it has become a persistent issue when using visually intensive programs/games or even sometimes just browsing that my PC locks up entirely and reboots. When it comes to gaming this seems to be easily replicated in for example Marvel Rivals were just checking out character animations causes it to freeze and lock up.Included are the minidumps from testing:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1EPf1DPCbZ4nV3xvpka2DmXJh7wxLvfwV?usp=sharingA few things I tried werePC freezes/lockup before rebooting due to WATCHDOG VIOLATION :DDU to uninstall and reinstall an older driverI tried underclocking my CPU and disabling CPE which was recommended els

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    Leviatana, Jan 10, 2025
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  2. BRANDONWH64
    brandonwh64 Win User
    brandonwh64, Jan 10, 2025
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  3. PHILLIP PIO
    Phillip Pio Win User
    DPC Watchdog Violation Windows 10, reboot BSOD loop

    Hi,

    DPC WATCHDOG VIOLATION error may arise due to incorrect or faulty drivers. In order for us to assist you,we suggest to check this forum article by MVP ZigZag3143:

    BSOD and fixing them    . It contains troubleshooting steps pertaining to the issue.

    We look forward to your response.
     
    Phillip Pio, Jan 10, 2025
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  4. JENNIFER CHA
    Jennifer Cha Win User

    PC freezes/lockup before rebooting due to WATCHDOG VIOLATION

    Watchdog Violation

    Hi Aiko,

    The most common cause of the watchdog violation error is due to the SSD's compatibility with Windows 10. For us to better assist you in solving this issue, we'd like to ask for additional details. Please answer the following:

    • Have you made any recent changes or installed updates before the error occurred?
    • Can you please provide a screenshot of the error code?
    • What build and version of Windows 10 are you using?
    • What driver have you reinstalled on your PC?
    We hope to hear from you soon.
     
    Jennifer Cha, Jan 10, 2025
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