HELP! I don't know why my GTX 660 keeps crashing!

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

AMD FX-4100
Windows 8 (6.2) 64-bit (Build 9200)
CPU Arch : 1 CPU - 4 Cores - 4 Threads
CPU PSN : AMD FX-4100 Quad-Core Processor
CPU EXT : MMX(+), SSE (1, 2, 3, 3S, 4.1, 4.2, 4A), x86-64, AMD-V, AES, AVX, XOP, FMA4
CPUID : F.1.2 / Extended : 15.1
CPU Cache : L1 : 2 x 64 / 4 x 16 KB - L2 : 2 x 2048 KB
CPU Cache : L3 : 8192 KB
Core : Zambezi (32 nm) / Stepping : OR-B2
Freq : 4001.31 MHz (205.2 * 19.5)
MB Brand : ASRock
MB Model : N68-VS3 FX
NB : NVIDIA GeForce 7025 rev A3
SB : NVIDIA nForce 630a rev A2
GPU Type : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660
GPU Clocks : Core 549 MHz / RAM 3469 MHz
DirectX Version : 11.0
RAM : 8192 MB DDR3 Dual Channel
RAM Speed : 684 MHz (3:10) @ 9-9-9-21
Slot 1 : 4096MB (10700)
Slot 1 Manufacturer : Elpida
Slot 2 : 4096MB (10700)
Slot 2 Manufacturer : Elpida

BF3 crashes after a couple minutes in playing

COLGeek · Mar 16, 2013

What make/model is your power supply? Is Windows fully updated and are your drivers current?

What are you CPU and GPU temperatures at idle and under load (like when gaming)?

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

my PSU is 480W and all the info I have got from it is this: Power Supply: 480Watt Stand Power Supply

COLGeek · Mar 16, 2013

It really sounds your power supply is not providing sufficient power to the system. Did you look at the label on the side of the PSU (you would have to open the case) for the info?

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

GPU idle: 42C but I can change fan speed
CPU idle:38C

GPU load: Around the 50C (I can speed up my fan)
CPU load: 50C-55C

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

I've already opened up my case to look for the brand and everything for it, but it doesnt say. its just a big black box

COLGeek · Mar 16, 2013

Did you build this system yourself or buy one of the shelf?

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

I bought it built but ive replaced parts in it. Also my CPU squeals when in game so I think that is a lack of power in the coils around it, but I also OC it and Ive tried to make it stable

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

Ill tell you my settings in BIOS if you need it, also I would like help on OC it because I've tried everything

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

and also is my RAM speed okay?

COLGeek · Mar 16, 2013

Set everything (CPU, GPU, and memory to stock speeds until the system is stable. You have to work from a solid baseline before you troubleshoot the system.

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

well its stable at stock but it still makes the nooise no matter what, but ill go to stock let me restart my PC

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

what should I set my bios settings at

COLGeek · Mar 16, 2013

Settings for CPU and memory should be at the default AUTO settings. Then bot the system and make sure the GPU is set to stock as well. If you change the GPU settings, restart the system afterward.

With everything at stock, fire up a game and you temperature monitor application and play for a bit. What temps are you getting up to.

If all is well after some extended playtime, you can try tweaking your CPU and GPU. Only work on them one at a time. Make small changes and test for stability after each change.

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

my CPU is now at 48C with default settings. what about my ram? can i increase that?

COLGeek · Mar 16, 2013

Don't OC your RAM (I never recommend it). OCing memory can lead to all sorts of stability issues. Besides, the gains are minimal. Stability is more important. You also get much larger gains from OCing your CPU and GPU. So, just leave the memory at AUTO and focus on the CPU and GPU.

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

is it ok if i OC my HT width to 16bit? and what would you think my speed should be?

COLGeek · Mar 16, 2013

Check this link for multiple suggestions:

http://www.overclockers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=714048

What heatsink are you using?

Personally, I would just tweak the clock multiplier, if you aren't comfortable adjusting the other settings.

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

I'm using the Heatsink it came with. in that case, its air cooled

COLGeek · Mar 16, 2013

I don't recommend OCing with the stock (a.k.a. OEM) heatsink. Those really aren't designed to handle the additional heat that gets generated by OCing. You should use an aftermarket heatsink (like the Cooler Master 212 EVO that many folks use).

Upgrader011 · Mar 16, 2013

I will buy that when I get out of my debt, I currently owe about 300 dollars to someone so yeah. And I think I figured out why it keeps crashing now. The new GeForce Driver that just came out is buggy

COLGeek · Mar 16, 2013

Buggy drivers are definitely a pain. Been there. Done that myself.

I suggest you run at stock CPU and memory (don't mess with that at all) and focus on tweaking your GPU for now.

iam2thecrowe · Mar 16, 2013

as has been said start by removing any overclock and test for stability. If its still unstable its probably your psu. What exact brand is your PSU? stick with reputable brands like Antec, Corsair, Seasonic. a cheap 480w psu can often perform like a 300w psu, you could even risk it blowing up and destroying other components with a power spike.

Upgrader011 · Mar 17, 2013

there is no brand to my PSU, it came with my Azza case

HELP! I don't know why my GTX 660 keeps crashing!

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