Windows 10: PC Reboots when Idle

Discus and support PC Reboots when Idle in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; We have a PC that is getting a BSOD with error code DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION when idle. I don't really know what I am looking at in a .dmp file, but... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by Caleb Goode, Jun 14, 2022.

  1. PC Reboots when Idle


    We have a PC that is getting a BSOD with error code DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION when idle. I don't really know what I am looking at in a .dmp file, but searching through, the .dmp files seem to be pointing to different causes. How should I go forward in resolving this?

    :)
     
    Caleb Goode, Jun 14, 2022
    #1
  2. 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, Jun 14, 2022
    #2
  3. Thrackan Win User
    PC reboots (no BSOD) on CPU stress

    Hi fellow TPU members,

    not too long ago, the box my gf's PC was transported in gave way on the stairs. Yes, you got it right, that sent a PC tumbling down a flight of steps alright.

    Stuff broke. Also, stuff remained intact somehow.

    I bought her a new case, new CPU cooler and we removed the floppy drive, so far so good. But the PC started crashing for no apparent reason, without a BSOD.

    I tested:
    • Memtest86+, left overnight, 0 errors
    • Scanned the HDD for errors, nothing there
    • Left FurMark burning up the GFX card and drawing some power, no problems there
    • Ran Ubuntu from a Live CD doing nothing special, didn't crash
    • Ran OCCT, Linpack, Prime95, all 3 caused reboots within minutes
    • Oh, and I disabled "Restart on error" so I'm sure it's not a BSOD.
    Now, I can still try and test something CPU intensive on Ubuntu, but my guess is the CPU didn't survive.
    Before I do anything drastic like whippin' out the magic wallet and get her a new AMD quad, is there anything I didn't see?
    I'm guessing the motherboard could be borkered as well, but can I check that other than replacing the CPU with a working one?
    Any suggestions on which proggies I can use from an Ubuntu Live CD to stress the CPU?
     
    Thrackan, Jun 14, 2022
    #3
  4. PC Reboots when Idle

    Unexpected Reboots if the PC is idle on Windows 10-.

    Original Title: Unexpected Reboots

    I am currently experiencing sudden reboots on my PC. It seems that if the system is under load then it's fine but after a couple of being idle it will suddenly reboot. The latest minidump file can be found at the link below.

    Microsoft OneDrive - Access files anywhere. Create docs with free Office Online.

    Thanks in advanced for any help,

    Matt
     
    MattSmith623, Jun 14, 2022
    #4
Thema:

PC Reboots when Idle

Loading...
  1. PC Reboots when Idle - Similar Threads - Reboots Idle

  2. Random reboots at idle PSHED.dll and ntoskrnl.exe help please

    in Windows 10 Gaming
    Random reboots at idle PSHED.dll and ntoskrnl.exe help please: Over the last few days I have been getting random reboots when the system is idle , so not gaming or doing any work , Left it on all last night and it rebooted 3 time has done it twice more today ,.Windows 11 24h2 pro version 10.0.26120 asus z790 hero bios 206214900k64gb...
  3. Random reboots at idle PSHED.dll and ntoskrnl.exe help please

    in Windows 10 Software and Apps
    Random reboots at idle PSHED.dll and ntoskrnl.exe help please: Over the last few days I have been getting random reboots when the system is idle , so not gaming or doing any work , Left it on all last night and it rebooted 3 time has done it twice more today ,.Windows 11 24h2 pro version 10.0.26120 asus z790 hero bios 206214900k64gb...
  4. Random reboots at idle PSHED.dll help please

    in Windows 10 Gaming
    Random reboots at idle PSHED.dll help please: Over the last few days I have been getting random reboots when the system is idle , so not gaming or doing any work , Left it on all last night an it rebooted 3 times. Have run memtest 86 passed 4 times, run prime 95 for 6 hours no issues , checked os for issues or corrupt...
  5. Random reboots at idle PSHED.dll help please

    in Windows 10 Software and Apps
    Random reboots at idle PSHED.dll help please: Over the last few days I have been getting random reboots when the system is idle , so not gaming or doing any work , Left it on all last night an it rebooted 3 times. Have run memtest 86 passed 4 times, run prime 95 for 6 hours no issues , checked os for issues or corrupt...
  6. PC Randomly Reboots with no BSOD sometimes at idle sometimes under load

    in Windows 10 Software and Apps
    PC Randomly Reboots with no BSOD sometimes at idle sometimes under load: My PC has recently started randomly restarting. I've made no hardware or software changes recently apart from updating windows. When it reboots, it goes into a boot error screen from the BIOS and gives me the option to either enter BIOS setting or "load optimised defaults and...
  7. PC Randomly Reboots with no BSOD sometimes at idle sometimes under load

    in Windows 10 Gaming
    PC Randomly Reboots with no BSOD sometimes at idle sometimes under load: My PC has recently started randomly restarting. I've made no hardware or software changes recently apart from updating windows. When it reboots, it goes into a boot error screen from the BIOS and gives me the option to either enter BIOS setting or "load optimised defaults and...
  8. Random rebooting when idling or doing minimal work

    in Windows 10 Gaming
    Random rebooting when idling or doing minimal work: Had this issue since a long time ago.Did a some DIY troubleshooting but didn't work here is a list and the dump file121124-9046-01.dmp{1184E168-9720-47B4-8EB5-EA3DE2A28F9F}.png.jpg1. Motherboard replaced2. PSU replaced3. Windows reformatted and updated4. BIOS updated to...
  9. Random rebooting when idling or doing minimal work

    in Windows 10 Software and Apps
    Random rebooting when idling or doing minimal work: Had this issue since a long time ago.Did a some DIY troubleshooting but didn't work here is a list and the dump file121124-9046-01.dmp{1184E168-9720-47B4-8EB5-EA3DE2A28F9F}.png.jpg1. Motherboard replaced2. PSU replaced3. Windows reformatted and updated4. BIOS updated to...
  10. Random rebooting when idling or doing minimal work

    in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging
    Random rebooting when idling or doing minimal work: Had this issue since a long time ago.Did a some DIY troubleshooting but didn't work here is a list and the dump file121124-9046-01.dmp{1184E168-9720-47B4-8EB5-EA3DE2A28F9F}.png.jpg1. Motherboard replaced2. PSU replaced3. Windows reformatted and updated4. BIOS updated to...