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Repeated BSoDs, Freezing
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Hi, first off I'm new to Windows 7 so this whole thing could be my own fault for all I know.. But to start, I had a system put together for me, and Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit installed because I thought, why not try it out after hearing all the good things about it and what not. But since day 1, I have been preferring what I had with my old system that ran Vista-32.
I've been suffering BSoDs around the corner:
- At the login screen (that is, right after the computer has finished starting up)
- While installing DirectX
- While re-installing Win7 (as suggested to me by my system builder)
- While re-installing Win7
- While re-installing Win7 (I still have the Windows.old folders which take up a bit of space. I was told that these were supposed to have been deleted during the process but I couldn't see and option that would have done this)
- Trying to install software
- Trying to run programs
And I've been suffering freezing (either followed by BSoD or nothing) around some corners:
- Trying to watching Youtube (as soon as a click play, or a few seconds afterward)
- Trying to scan with Trend Micro
Now with the problem I have I kind of deduced it would either be a compatibility problem, hardware problem or driver problem. (or software because of driver/hardware problem) So like I said before, I'm new with Windows 7, especially the 64-bit part. I've only read here and there.. so what I wanted to know was:
- Can I still be able to run 32-bit programs?
(e.g. something is compatible for Win7-32 but not -64 ... or would that be a different scenario)
- Do I have to install these programs into C:/Program Files (x86)/
- When I plug in a new device that would begin an installation, would my computer know whether it is compatible or not? Or would it be better to install the device manually before plugging it in, (if a CD/installer has been provided)
Also in terms of compatibility, if my hardware can all work with each other. (My systems builder assures me that it can)
The next possibility would be a hardware problem, which I doubt because (I'm assuming anyway) that the parts would be fresh-out-of-the-box... leading us to
Drivers. I've installed the major drivers (after my 4th attempt of reinstalling Win7) such as motherboard, sound, graphics, etc. Also, I've checked with my device manager and apparently they are up to date. I even re-downloaded the latest graphics driver for my card, as I believe that my graphics card could be the problem. So as you can see, I just can't put my finger onto the source of my problems, so would like it if anyone could get back to me as soon as they could, as I need my system to be up and running (and stable) as soon as possible.
I have attached a RAR with the scan that was required for posting a thread about BSoD, although I haven't done the Performance test as I did not know exactly what to do - there was no save as option. There was an export option but I wasn't exactly sure which I would be exporting.
PS. "Documents" also doesnt work for me, it says "'Documents-library.ms' is no longer working. This library can be safely deleted from your computer. Folders that have been included will not be affected." Same with "Pictures" and "Music"
I also apologise if my text seems wrapped, I'm typing in Safe Mode and I know (because I've read another thread from someone else who was typing in safe mode) it may turn out that way because of the adjusted resolution. I know I might be able to change it but after my whole experience for the past couple days, I do not want to touch anything unless I'm trying to fix my issues :)
Edit: Sorry if the post seems too long, I'm trying to get as much info as well as providing as much detail as possible. Also I forgot to include some specs:
- Windows 7 Ultimate x64 (OEM)
I also just BSoDed during Safe Mode if that makes any difference
Last edited by fitrahp; 02 Mar 2011 at 22:43. Reason: forgot to include specs
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