Random BSODs - Help Required with dump Files

[CloudShadow]

A couple of days ago my pc started giving me some random BSODs in no order. I dont know whats wrong as i haven't installed any new software recently and made no hardware changes.

I have attached the dump files of my previous 5 crashes, please can someone help me analyze these.


Thanks a lot

 

[richc46]

Your .dmp file shows a stop error of 0x124 which is a general hardware error .. A "stop 0x124" is fundamentally different to many other types of bluescreens because it stems from a hardware complaint. Stop 0x124 minidumps contain very little practical information, and it is therefore necessary to approach the problem as a case of hardware in an unknown state of distress. You can read more on this error and what to try here... Stop 0x124 - what it means and what to try Stop 0x124 - what it means and what to try

 

[CloudShadow]

Thank you for the fast response, i really appreciate your help.

I did think that it has to be a hardware error because everytime the system crashes i see a hardware related message in the blue screen.

I checked that post and point 8 caught my eye

8) Clean and carefully remove any dust from the inside of the machine. Reseat all connectors and memory modules. Use a can of compressed air to clean out the RAM DIMM sockets as much as possible.

I haven't really cleaned my pc in ages, and there is dust everywhere inside it. I'll do that right now and see if the pc crashes after that. Maybe the dust was causing the system to overheat?

Again, i'm really grateful for your quick response

 

[richc46]

It can be anything, but if it were my computer.
Clean insides first,
Then check memory.

 

[CloudShadow]

Ok, i'll do that.

If i still get crashes then i'll post the latest dump file again.

thank you

 

[richc46]

You can post the files, but if it is hardware, the same 124 will show. You can post questions and I will try to help if I can.

 

[CloudShadow]

I cleaned the pc, put the ram in different slots this time, and still the same crash.

I guess i'll try reinstalling windows, that might solve this.

 

[richc46]

ME BAD
Here is the memory test. Before you do something new, post and I will try to get information
Run for 8 passes. Then take a good ram stick and test each slot
Download memtest86 and test RAM
www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/105647-ram-test-memtest86.html

 

[richc46]

If its hardware reinstalling will not help. Hardware means the computer.

 

[CloudShadow]

Yeah i know, but the guide you posted

http://www.sevenforums.com/crash-lockup-debug-how/35349-stop-0x124-what-means-what-try.html

Lists a windows reinstall as a possible solution.

I'll reboot now and do the ram test, lets see what happens.

If its a RAM issue then i'll be more than happy, i dont want to replace my other components, they're expensive.


Thanks for the help mate, your are a life savor.

 

[CloudShadow]

Nope. no errors, everything passed.

What should i do now?

 

[richc46]

The memory test must be done for 6 passes, takes at least overnight.

 

[CloudShadow]

Well a message popped up at the bottom saying that no errors found, press escape to restart the pc. I thought that everything would have passed.

 

[richc46]

Run for at least 8 scans
Guide to using Memtest86+

 

[CloudShadow]

Ok so i ran 8 scans, and both rams came without errors

Started up the pc, and after 30 mins again a BSOD. :S

 

[richc46]

Might as well make sure not overheating. That can cause permanant damage and send me the new BSOD; we will see if they are the same.
SpeedFan - Access temperature sensor in your computer

 

[CloudShadow]

Sorry for the late reply.

Here are my last 2 crash dumps

 

[richc46]

Still the same both show Hardware error.124
Maybe the best way is to look at the explanation that I gave you. Make sure that you have checked each item out thoroughly. If you have questions about a procedure just ask. I cannot give you more than the explanation. All I can do is help you perform the test.

 

[CloudShadow]

ok, thanks for the help.

Well i think i'll start off with a windows reinstall. Got myself a new Windows 7 CD yesterday, gonna install that now and see what happens.

 

[richc46]

OK Believe me when I say I truly want this to work and want you to let me know it if does. I have my doubts, though. Very small percentage of 124 is cured with a new install. I wish you the best of luck