ATI Graphics VPU Recover Error

[kelzk2w]

First off, here are the specs for my computer:

Processor: AMD Phenom x3 2.10ghz
Motherboard: Gigabyte MA78GM-S2H (AMD 780G chipset with HD 3200)
RAM: Kingston 2GB/667 X 2
Graphics: Sapphire ATI Radeon HD3650 512MD GDDR4
Powersupply: Cooler Master 460w
OS: Windows XP SP2

I continuously encounter a VPU Recover Error after 20 secs of gameplay. What happens is, the game will stall/hang then the screen goes black and the VPU Recover error window box pops out and also the Error (Don't send/Send) for the game pops out.

I am very frustrated with this problem for years. This PC was assembled in 2008 (so called 'recommended for gaming' by the computer salesperson). I don't blame if I can't play games like Crysis and the other high end graphic games. BUT I am unable to play the games like Team fortress 2, Left 4 Dead and many other games without encountering this VPU Recover Error.

Please help me find a solution.

If additional information is required, feel free to ask

- ATI drivers are updated
- Tried underclocking from 750MHZ to 625 MHZ; still encounter VPU error

 

[majin ssj eric]

I think you just need a better card, honestly. A 5770 would be great and should run anything you play....

 

[kelzk2w]

Unfortunately, I dont have the means to do so. I'm stuck with what i have at the moment.

I'm pretty sure problems like these shouldn't happen when playing regular standard graphic games. I couldnt even play Battle Field Heroes without encountering this VPU recover error.