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0x000000A STOP error upon boot after BIOS update
Guys,
I wasn't quite sure where to post this question, but since I suspect it's related to the recent BIOS update of my Asus Rampage Extreme from 0404 to 1202, the hardware forum seemed right.
Basically, I did two things at the same time. I had updated my chipset drivers and during the post-install reboot, I updated the BIOS. Upon booting, I noticed the Windows boot process begins (the W7 logo formulates), but before I make it to the login prompt I see the dreaded BSOD with a 0x000000A STOP error.
At first I thought it was the chipset driver, as I have never had any issues with BIOS upgrades before. So I focused there. I was able to use the System Repair function a few times to complete two separate system restores to help ensure the chipset driver had been rolled back. No dice. Still getting the same error just before login.
Next I actually used my Acronis recovery software to restore the entire C: volume to its state on Saturday afternoon when I took the last full backup. The restore completed successfully. The error persists.
Now what? The BIOS is set to factory defaults! I may have to toy around with some settings? Or do you guys think this is a Windows software issue and not related to the BIOS or hardware?
I saw this article on the Vista forums that seemed similar to my situation but I'm pretty sure this "bug" was fixed with Windows 7.
Vista x64 Stop 0x0000000A - Vista Forums
BTW, I'm running W7 Enterprise x64 with 8GB RAM.
Thanks in advance!
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