BSOD: PFN_LIST_CORRUPT and IRQL_LIST_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL


  1. Posts : 9
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #1

    BSOD: PFN_LIST_CORRUPT and IRQL_LIST_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL


    Hello, I've just built a computer on Wednesday and have been waiting to build this computer for years. I don't know what's causing these 2 BSODS; I've gotten 2 PFN_LIST_CORRUPT and 1 IRQL_LIST_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL.

    I believe that it's the RAM causing the BSODs, but I'm not sure if I should get it replaced yet or not without confirming that it is the RAM. I will be attaching both Minidump files in a RAR at the end of the post. "WhoCrashed" is a program that tells me that 2 of the 3 BSODs were probably caused by notskrnl.exe and that one was caused by ntkrnlmp.exe.

    The computer never BSODs when just idling or when using low memory usage programs - Google Chrome, Raidcall, etc. Whenever I try to run games, the games will either give me an APPCRASH or a BSOD along with the crash around ~20 minutes into gameplay. The only game that hasn't crashed is Team Fortress 2, I was able to play for about 2 hours.

    Last time I installed Windows 7 on this computer (this is the 2nd installation) I installed drivers from disks that came with the motherboard and graphics card and that caused way more BSODs so this is a clean install only with drivers from the websites of each of the manufacturers, and so far has caused many less BSODs. Last install I ran a CHKDSK which found no problems. I have yet to run memtest.

    If anyone can help, that would be much appreciated. I've been wanting a good gaming PC for years now, and I can't even play games...
    Last edited by Touchette; 05 Oct 2013 at 16:27.
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  2. Arc
    Posts : 35,373
    Microsoft Windows 10 Pro Insider Preview 64-bit
       #2

    Install Service pack 1 and all other windows updates. Otherwise the system will remain vulnerable to threats.
    Code:
    Windows 7 Kernel Version 7600 MP (6 procs) Free x64
    Product: WinNt, suite: TerminalServer SingleUserTS
    Built by: 7600.16385.amd64fre.win7_rtm.090713-1255
    Learn how to install Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1)
    Service Pack Center - Microsoft Windows

    Test your RAM modules for possible errors.
    How to Test and Diagnose RAM Issues with Memtest86+
    Run memtest for at least 8 passes, preferably overnight.

    If it start showing errors/red lines, stop testing. A single error is enough to determine that something is going bad there.

    The MSINFO.nfo that you supplied is incomplete. upload your MSINFO32.nfo file.

    1. Click on the start button
    2. Type "msinfo32" (without quotes) in the search bar of the start menu, click the resulting link. It will open the System Information window.
    3. File>Save. In the "File Name" filed, put "MSINFO32" (without Quote), give the save location to desktop, and click the "save" button.
    4. Give the time for processing, it will save a .nfo file on your desktop.
    5. Zip it, and upload it following the instruction.

    Let us know the results.

    ______________________________________________________________________
    Code:
    BugCheck 4E, {99, 90d2e, 2, 8c92d}
    
    Probably caused by : memory_corruption ( nt!MiBadShareCount+4c )
    
    Followup: MachineOwner
    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
    BugCheck A, {8, 2, 0, fffff80002d9450b}
    
    Probably caused by : memory_corruption ( nt!MiStoreSetEvictPageFile+b )
    
    Followup: MachineOwner
    ---------
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  3. Posts : 9
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
    Thread Starter
       #3

    Currently downloading SP1 from the Microsoft Website, could not download via Windows Update as it says my version of Windows is not genuine. Working on resolving that. Attached is the MSINFO you requested.

    Here's a part list if you want to check if my parts are compatible:


    Motherboard: MSI 760GM-P34(FX) Micro ATX AM3+
    Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 760 4GB Superclocked
    Processor: AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core
    HDD: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM
    RAM: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866
    PSU: Cooler Master i-Series - 500W Power Supply with 80 PLUS Bronze Certification



    EDIT: Resolved Windows genuine problem, will be able to download from Windows Update now.
    EDIT 2: Installed "important" Windows Updates. 2 were unable to install:
    • Security Update for Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5.1 on Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-bbased Systems (KB2656410)
    • Security Update for Windows 7 for x64-based Systems (KB2808735)


    I will post another system grab.
    Last edited by Touchette; 07 Oct 2013 at 09:08.
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  4. Posts : 9
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
    Thread Starter
       #4

    Not sure if this is against the rules - going to make a quick bump before I leave for class this morning. Won't bump again if it is against some rule.
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  5. Arc
    Posts : 35,373
    Microsoft Windows 10 Pro Insider Preview 64-bit
       #5

    Report back when SP1 is already installed and memtest is done for 8 passes.
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  6. Posts : 9
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
    Thread Starter
       #6

    SP1 is now installed as are the rest of the Windows Updates. Here are the following memtest results which I have recorded:

    • Both sticks - stick 1 in slot 1 and stick 2 in slot 2 : 5,000 errors in 2 minutes.
    • One stick - stick 1 in slot 1 : no errors in 8 hours.
    • One stick - stick 1 in slot 2 : no errors in 10 minutes.
    • One stick - stick 2 in slot 1 : no errors in 10 minutes.
    • One stick - stick 2 in slot 2 : no errors in 10 minutes.
    • Both sticks - stick 1 in slot 2 and stick 2 in slot 1 : 17,000 errors in 10 minutes.


    Is there something wrong with booting with both sticks?
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  7. Arc
    Posts : 35,373
    Microsoft Windows 10 Pro Insider Preview 64-bit
       #7

    It appears to be. Well found and well presented report.

    It appears that both the 4 GB RAMs are of 1600 MHz .... whereas you stated they should be of 1866 MHz?
    Code:
      Size                          4096MB
      Form Factor                   09h - DIMM
      Device Set                    [None]
      Device Locator                DIMM1
      Bank Locator                  BANK0
      Memory Type                   01h - Other
      Type Detail                   0080h - Synchronous
      Speed                         1600MHz
    =====================================================
      Size                          4096MB
      Form Factor                   09h - DIMM
      Device Set                    [None]
      Device Locator                DIMM2
      Bank Locator                  BANK1
      Memory Type                   01h - Other
      Type Detail                   0080h - Synchronous
      Speed                         1600MHz
    Make it sure that the RAM specifications are as per motherboards recommended status. Check it in your motherboard's manual.

    Also, see how it is running with 4 GB only .... one stick in one DIMM slot.
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  8. Posts : 9
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
    Thread Starter
       #8

    Was able to run flawlessly throughout the entire day with only one stick on the motherboard. And yes, the RAM says that it is clocked at 1866 and has a specific timing on the sticker attached to the heat spreaders, that timing being CL9-10-9-28 but the last time I went into the BIOS to change the timings and the clock speed to 1866 everything BSODed upon startup and I was required to reinstall Windows - again I tried one stick at a time and both sticks in both slots, etc. for changing the timings. In Memtest86+ the RAM was clocked at a higher speed according to the tests - around 15-15 for the first 2 clock speeds - don't remember the others when both sticks were in and when 1 was in it was clocked at around 4-4. Why do the timings change depending on the number of sticks? Any way I can get back up to 8GB of RAM?
    Thanks for the help so far, I really appreciate it :).
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  9. Arc
    Posts : 35,373
    Microsoft Windows 10 Pro Insider Preview 64-bit
       #9

    As I told you earlier, check your motherboard's manual. Check the maximum amount of RAM that it can deal with, and the maximum speed.

    The answer to the situation will be found there IMHO.
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