Opened laptop to find that it crashed


  1. mattcnz
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    Opened laptop to find that it crashed


    I can't give any detailed info leading up to the crash only that I awoke it from sleep to find it minidumping. Any help determining what caused the crash is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
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  3. zigzag3143
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    A critical process (OS process) was terminated so windows couldnt continue. Is that the only time it did this?
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  4. mattcnz
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    zigzag3143 said:
    A critical process (OS process) was terminated so windows couldnt continue. Is that the only time it did this?
    the first time in a while, yes.
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  6. zigzag3143
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    mattcnz said:
    zigzag3143 said:
    A critical process (OS process) was terminated so windows couldnt continue. Is that the only time it did this?
    the first time in a while, yes.
    Could be a one off and looking for it may take more effort than it is worth. Up to you.
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