Random BSODs at odd intervals

Jonathan_King said:

Karl - the later versions (post-2009) of AVG are not known to cause BSODs anymore. If AVG is showing as the probable cause of a BSOD, it is far more likely the network adapter drivers are the real cause. In this case, it looks like the cause is a combination of bad RAM and old network adapter drivers.

Jonathan,

Thanks. I must have had the misfortune of running across several people with old versions of AVG.

Karl

Check the timestamps on the AVG drivers, as well as the network adapter drivers. Not to say you won't ever run across an installation that's acting up with something, but certainly rarely enough we can't go around indiscriminately recommending removals.

Lucario,

how many memory sticks are in your compuer?

If more than one, then remove all except for one of them.

Now your system will run slower, that is true, but are you getting any bsods?

Also, practical advise: Memory tests can increase your CPU temps.

High temps cause more problems.

boils down to I suggest directing a fan at the computer to keep temps down while testing.

Now another piece of practical advise, and I know others will disagee, but practically speaking after 4 passes and no error showing up you are fine.

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There are many factors which contribute to a BSOD. Frequently, the BSOD itself is a secondary result of other factors.

When one is lucky, the BSOD dumps will nail the culprit. This is not always the case.

To give me a feel of your system, and all others, who pass by and don't want to dig thru the uploaded .ZIP file, would you please fill out your system specs:

Update your SevenForums System Specs
User CP (located on the top menu bar) |
Your Profile | Edit System Spec (left-hand column)

To gather info, use Speccy (my favorite) or SIW or System Info

In the System Manufacturer Block, enter:
Manufacturer and Model and
ADD the word laptop, desktop, netbook or tablet.
For example:
Toshiba Satellite L305D notebook.

Provide full windows version info, for example:
MS Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-bit

Use the “Other Info” block for Optical Reader,
Mouse, touchpad, wifi adapter, speakers, monitor, etc

Scroll down and click on SAVE CHANGES.

You will find that in Speccy, you can select info from the display
using your mouse/touchpad and then paste that info into your specs.

SIW is a marvelous program, but the free version does not offer
this capability.
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thanks,
karl

I'd recommend replacing the RAM on the basis of that memory test. Memtest86 showed one error, and I'm not sure if I can remember it ever misfiring.

the program doesn't hiccup, but rams do.

karlsnooks said:

the program doesn't hiccup, but rams do.

Yes - hence BSODs.

Lucario,
do us all a favor and make it possible for any one looking at the thread at any point in time to be able to view your specs by putting them into your System Specs as specified in the procedure.

I'll await your completed System Specs before proceeding.
thanks,
karl