Random BSOD, Win 7 64bit

Gener8tor

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Hi,

I am new to these forums, but after looking through the archives it seems like a great place!

I'm having three main problems, and I'm not sure if they are related to one another or not. Also, my system was running stable with Win 7 64bit for a few months before these problems started occurring. I've scanned my computer with multiple virus programs and can't find anything from that.

Problem 1- Random BSOD's
These typically occur when the computer seems to be a little more stressed, but its not too strenuous. For instance, it will occur when streaming video with a program like Word open, or using Google Earth.

I've attached the mini-dump files for the previous three crashes.

Using WhoCrashed, it always comes up with the same error; [FONT=Segoe UI, Arial]This was likely caused by the following module: [FONT=Segoe UI, Arial]ntoskrnl.exe[/FONT]
Bugcheck code: 0xA (0x0, 0x2, 0x0, 0xFFFFF80002CEB217)
Error: [FONT=Segoe UI, Arial]IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL[/FONT]
Dump file: C:\Windows\Minidump\020810-23025-01.dmp
[/FONT][FONT=Segoe UI, Arial]file path: C:\Windows\system32\ntoskrnl.exe
product: [FONT=Segoe UI, Arial]Microsoft® Windows® Operating System[/FONT]
company: [FONT=Segoe UI, Arial]Microsoft Corporation[/FONT]
description: NT Kernel & System
The crash took place in a standard Microsoft module. Your system configuration may be incorrect, possibly the culprit may be another driver on your system which cannot be identified at this time.
[/FONT]

I've run Memtest86 and not found any errors.

Problem 2- Matshita DVD-Ram
Often problem 1 happens when this issue is present. My DVD drive will not function from bootup. A warning icon is present under device manager, and I have the following error message;
"Matshita DVD-RAM UJ862A, Windows cannot use this hardware because it has been prepared for "safe removal", but it has not been removed from the computer. (code 47)
To fix this problem, unplug the device from your computer and then plug it in again".

Removing the drive and the reinserting it does not solve the problem. Also, when this happens I cannot connect any bluetooth devices, and my 3G modem will not be recognized.

I've tried to update the driver, but Windows says that it is up to date. Running troubleshooting doesn't come up with anything either.

This problem is not consistent. I goes days without it occurring, and then it will happen three times in a row. This issue also leads to problem 3.

Problem 3- Windows won't shut down
When problem 2 occurs, the only solution I've found is to reboot. However, Window's just sits at the 'Shutting Down' screen for 15-20 minutes, until I get a BSOD. When this happens I usually just force a hard shut down rather than wait for the BSOD.

I don't know if these issues are related at all, or if anyone can help me sort them out at all. I will greatly appreciate any assistance.
 
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My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Thinkpad T400
OS
Windows7
CPU
Core 2 Duo [email protected] Ghz
Memory
4.00 Gb Ddr3
I would suggest that you disable Driver Verifier as the first order of business.
An initial posting with 3 Driver Verifier enabled memory dumps just doesn't tell us a lot.

We would have to know what settings that you used on which drivers.
We would also have to see the memory dump files that caused you to use Driver Verifier in the first place.

If you don't have all of this, please turn off Driver Verifier and post back with the next, non-verifier enabled memory dump.
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Home built (x64), Lenovo x61s Tablet, Samsung Netbook
OS
Win7 x64 + x86
CPU
Intel i7 920, other Intel chips, and the Atom in the netbook
Motherboard
Asus P6T Deluxe
Memory
12 gB; 4 gB Lenovo; 1 gB Samsung netbook
Graphics Card(s)
ATI 4870
Sound Card
Yes, I have one of these
Monitor(s) Displays
32" Sharp Aquos TV
Screen Resolution
800x600 - I have vision issues
Hard Drives
4 - 150 gB Velociraptors in RAID 5
Promise controller
PSU
1000 watt (can't recall the brand)
Case
Antec 300
Cooling
Big honking cooler that was rated highly at Toms Hardware
Keyboard
Microsoft Natural
Mouse
Logitech Trackman
Internet Speed
Cable
Other Info
GeekSquad UPS
CyberPower UPS
DLink DNS-323 NAS (2 tB)
Netgear wireless router as an access point
Netgear wired router FSV-318
Home network consists of
4 desktop computers (2 Vista, 2 Win7)
1 netbook (Win7)
4 laptop computers (XP, 2-Vista, Win7)
Wii and XBox 360
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