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Computer BSODing after Motherboard replacement

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October 16, 2014 1:48:56 AM

Hi all,

5 months ago I had a replacement for my motherboard cotaining a better processor. 5 months later the computer has been continually BSODing whenever I play games on it. I removed some of the old drivers, and it allowed me to play a few games without it BSODing, however the games that have heavy demand in graphics (such as Battlefield, Planetside 2) keep casuing the computer to BSOD.

Is there anyway besides re-installing windows that I can fix this problem?

In-case you need to know what motherboard I replaced, it is an ASRock motherboard.

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October 16, 2014 3:55:47 AM

1. Try update you windows.
2. try lower down the resolution preset, 1920x1080 (1080p) down to 1280×720(720p), etc.
3. If you have graphics card installed, uninstall the driver and re-install the one the works before.
4. Monitor temperature of CPU (CoreTemp, RealTemp). Monitor RAM usage.
May I know your pc specification?
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October 16, 2014 4:24:42 AM

Abmario said:
1. Try update you windows.
2. try lower down the resolution preset, 1920x1080 (1080p) down to 1280×720(720p), etc.
3. If you have graphics card installed, uninstall the driver and re-install the one the works before.
4. Monitor temperature of CPU (CoreTemp, RealTemp). Monitor RAM usage.
May I know your pc specification?


Hi, thanks for replying.

I've completed steps 1-3, but to no avail the computer keeps crashing

Step 4 though, I get around 40-50C when idle, 80-95C when gaming

PC Specs:

Intel Core i7 2.93 Ghz (8 core)
ASRock H55M Pro
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 Ti
6072 MB Memory
500 GB Internal Storage

Forgot PSU, maybe around 450 watts?

NOTE: Checking though the Event viewer I'm getting critical "Kernel-Power Event 41" do you know what this means?
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October 16, 2014 5:12:03 AM

Woah! That's high temp for less than 3ghz speed and i believe it is non-overclocked cpu.. Overclockers they avoid 80C but yours non-OC and it gets more than 80C..
BSOD is feature of motherboards to protect itself & other components from getting damage so it shutdowns
If you can check/replace the thermal paste of you cpu or better replace your fan..

Here is a thread that may help
http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-1879389/cpu-reac...
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October 16, 2014 5:33:51 AM

The thing is, I got a new stronger fan the day my motherboard was replaced, including a re-application of thermal (metal) paste on the CPU.

Any other solutions? The crash only occurs when playing games with heavy demand in graphics
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October 16, 2014 5:37:54 AM

That's too hot for that CPU. Especially at stock settings. 6GB of RAM is a little unconventional as well. I would check out what I assume to be a 2x2GB kit and 2x1GB kit and look for compatibility issues with MEMtest.

But the main thing I do for a nice stable system is, when I replace the motherboard, I do a fresh install of windows. Start from scratch. Swapping mobos and keeping the same OS install is possible, sometimes it's easy, sometimes it's not.

But I see several potential problems with your situation, all of which could lead to blue screens under load.
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October 16, 2014 5:46:41 PM

I cant find my windows install disk unfortunately, so I can't format my computer.

Any other fixes besides formatting?
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October 16, 2014 5:47:58 PM

Did you lower your core temp and check the RAM for errors?
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October 17, 2014 12:14:14 AM

+1 to Stickg1 on OS fresh install and mem test comment..
Try run sfc.exe /scannow for system file check if anything corrupted..
here's how: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833
Random BSOD could cause file corruptions: system files, data, drivers, etc and later on these errors would cause of another BSOD.

But the concern is how to lower down your core temp, now if you are sure you done proper application of thermal paste or according to video in the link earlier.. How about checking again if cpu fan is well seated (lock click). How about ventilation and airflow inside casing.. you can feel the exhaust if its hotter when pc is under heavy load (gaming)..

I cannot say for now if psu something to do with it unless core temp is solve. Though the psu 450w rating can handle your system, it can be suspected only if core temp is fixed but you still getting blue screen on intensive gaming where gtx650ti draws a lot of power (could go more than 230-250w) that cannot handle by psu.
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October 17, 2014 3:56:41 AM

I'll try it now.

I don't know if it helps to find a solution to the problem, but everytime I shutdown the computer, an error "raptr_64" something appears before the computer shut down. Does anyone know what raptr is?

A bizzare thing has happened today...

When I leave the computer for at least 20 minutes, the computer shuts it self down and there will be a flashing light on the power button. If I press on it, the computer turns on it self instantly and I can immediately use the computer without having to wait for the windows icon splash. Is there anyway I can disable this? (sorry if I deviated off the problem)
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October 17, 2014 4:48:33 AM

I've ran Memtest x86 and sfc /scannow. Both test came out as no problems on my computer.

I've checked my fan everything felt warm, I didn't feel anything hot.
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October 17, 2014 5:44:49 AM

Alectfenrir said:
I'll try it now.

I don't know if it helps to find a solution to the problem, but everytime I shutdown the computer, an error "raptr_64" something appears before the computer shut down. Does anyone know what raptr is?

A bizzare thing has happened today...

When I leave the computer for at least 20 minutes, the computer shuts it self down and there will be a flashing light on the power button. If I press on it, the computer turns on it self instantly and I can immediately use the computer without having to wait for the windows icon splash. Is there anyway I can disable this? (sorry if I deviated off the problem)


That's called sleep mode. Depending on the OS, you just go to Control Panel > System & Security > Power Options > "Change when computer sleeps" and you can extend the time or select "Never".

Did you check the CPU load temperatures after reseating the CPU cooler?
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October 17, 2014 6:37:32 AM

yeah, but now its 60-70C when idle, 90-100C when gaming.

I know the mobo has a failsafe thing that turns itself off when CPU hits 100C (which explains why my computer has been crashing this whole time!)

I tried using MSi afterburner to increase fan speed to cool down the CPU, but it only decreased by a few degrees on full fan power...

Maybe I need a water cooler, but its gonna cost me $300 :l
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October 17, 2014 8:07:00 AM

You mention earlier "Kernel-Power Error Event 41"... Event 41 could be overheating or a ram problem or power supply is insufficient.

1. Try remove your graphics card and your motherboard video port to your display, try 1 ram and put it in one slot to another.
2. Check all physical connections re seat everything and checking all power connections, and reset the CMOS (check your manual - it tell where to short pin).
3. Uninstall raptr.exe in the programs.
4. What is the temp monitoring you are using? try CoreTemp, RealTemp then compare if its match.
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October 17, 2014 1:47:58 PM

Alectfenrir said:
yeah, but now its 60-70C when idle, 90-100C when gaming.

I know the mobo has a failsafe thing that turns itself off when CPU hits 100C (which explains why my computer has been crashing this whole time!)

I tried using MSi afterburner to increase fan speed to cool down the CPU, but it only decreased by a few degrees on full fan power...

Maybe I need a water cooler, but its gonna cost me $300 :l


Well see, MSI Afterburner is for adjusting your GPU, not your CPU. What motherboard and CPU do you have? Are you using the stock cooler? The stock cooler on an Intel chip needs to "click" into each of the four mounting holes. Make sure it is secure and the TIM has spread.
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