System Freezes, Kernel Power Error

[JMH]

FYI...

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1649-clean-install-windows-7-a.html

 

[zigzag3143]

Clean install, as in reinstalling windows 7?

Also I noticed a new dmp file that I never posted.

Still hardware as before.

 

[KyleT]

Clean install, as in reinstalling windows 7?

Also I noticed a new dmp file that I never posted.

Still hardware as before.

What hardware could usually be causing this? Ive checked my temps and voltages a couple times a day and everything seems to be fine.

 

[zigzag3143]

Basically any hardware. CPU, mobo, PSU, ram, etc. We check software and ram first because it is the easiest to do.

Temps do look Ok

Might even be RAM voltages. Consult your owners manual for the correct specifications.

 

[KyleT]

Sorry I havent replied lately, but basically I remembered when I first got the computer when it would be idle for a while the computer would "sleep" and the monitor would shut off. I would always have trouble not getting the computer to come out of "sleep" or get the computer to power the screen back on. I tried multiple things, changing mouse/keyboard settings and I still wouldnt come out of sleep mode. Eventually I just changed the settings to never let it sleep or shut off the monitor. It would just sort of freeze in sleep mode.

This makes me wonder if the freezing in sleep mode has anything to do with the random freezing problem Ive been having.


Also is there way to get my hands on a windows 7 cd or file that I can use to reinstall? I have the product key and serial number for windows7 on the side of my machine but no cd.

 

[JMH]

Also is there way to get my hands on a windows 7 cd or file that I can use to reinstall?

I have the product key and serial number for windows7 on the side of my machine but no cd.

Kyle.
See if these help you...

Install Windows 7 Or Windows 8 From USB

How To Create Bootable Windows 7 USB To Install Windows 7 From USB Flash Drive (Using Windows 7 DVD/USB Tool)

 

[KyleT]

Kyle.
See if these help you...

Install Windows 7 Or Windows 8 From USB

How To Create Bootable Windows 7 USB To Install Windows 7 From USB Flash Drive (Using Windows 7 DVD/USB Tool)

Thanks! Ill give it a try tomorrow.

If I reinstall windows7 I will loose all my programs that Ive installed right? Also everything saved on the hard drive?

Can I try and repair windows with the usb? Or would it be best to to a reinstall with the problems Ive been having?

 

[zigzag3143]

Kyle.
See if these help you...

Install Windows 7 Or Windows 8 From USB

How To Create Bootable Windows 7 USB To Install Windows 7 From USB Flash Drive (Using Windows 7 DVD/USB Tool)

Thanks! Ill give it a try tomorrow.

If I reinstall windows7 I will loose all my programs that Ive installed right? Also everything saved on the hard drive? Yes you will have to re-install them and it is always a good idea to have a backup

Can I try and repair windows with the usb? Or would it be best to to a reinstall with the problems Ive been having?

You can try a repair install but you will never know for sure what the system state is. While it is a PITA to do a clean install it is sometimes faster and less frustrating to do so,

Clean installs are all I ever do (far too frequently)

 

[JMH]

Good luck.
Let us know the results.

 

[KyleT]

2. Run the program, browse to your Windows 7 ISO image using the Browse button.

Where do I find the windows 7 iso file? I cant seem to find it.

 

[zigzag3143]

2. Run the program, browse to your Windows 7 ISO image using the Browse button.

Where do I find the windows 7 iso file? I cant seem to find it.

Have you tried googling "download windows 7 iso"?

Download Windows 7 ISO

 

[KyleT]

2. Run the program, browse to your Windows 7 ISO image using the Browse button.

Where do I find the windows 7 iso file? I cant seem to find it.

Have you tried googling "download windows 7 iso"?

Download Windows 7 ISO

Yes I did but I wasnt sure if these were legit. I looked on thepiratebay and also found some but wasnt sure if we could talk about that kind of stuff here

 

[zigzag3143]

Where do I find the windows 7 iso file? I cant seem to find it.

Have you tried googling "download windows 7 iso"?

Download Windows 7 ISO

Yes I did but I wasnt sure if these were legit. I looked on thepiratebay and also found some but wasnt sure if we could talk about that kind of stuff here

I wouldn't.. Legit is the only way I would download it.

 

[KyleT]

I guess the ones in the link that you posted are legit copies from microsoft.

Im not sure which one to choose though. "Windows 7 ISO" or "Windows 7 SP1 Intergrated ISO"

Im guessing SP1 is service pack 1? So should I go with that one?

 

[zigzag3143]

I guess the ones in the link that you posted are legit copies from microsoft.

Im not sure which one to choose though. "Windows 7 ISO" or "Windows 7 SP1 Intergrated ISO"

Im guessing SP1 is service pack 1? So should I go with that one?

I would go directly to MS if there is any question at all. I wold run the update readiness tool to find out if your system is ready for SP-1



Ensure you install the correct 64 or 32bit option for your system)

Download the System Update Readiness Tool (64bit)
Download the System Update Readiness Tool (32bit)

ISC Diary | Windows 7 / 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 Problems

links courtesy jmh

 

[KyleT]

Im pretty sure Im running service pack 1 already.

Should I go with the integrated sp1 then?

 

[zigzag3143]

Im pretty sure Im running service pack 1 already.

Should I go with the integrated sp1 then?

It easier and I suspect should cause no grief.

Again, backups are you friends.

 

[KyleT]

Is this way considered a clean install? Using The Windows 7 USB/DVD Download Tool - TechNet Articles - Home - TechNet Wiki (scroll towards the bottom)

Or do I have to do i this way? http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1649-clean-install-windows-7-a.html
Im a little confused with this guide since its for a dvd instead of usb.

 

[zigzag3143]

Is this way considered a clean install? Using The Windows 7 USB/DVD Download Tool - TechNet Articles - Home - TechNet Wiki (scroll towards the bottom)

Or do I have to do i this way? http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1649-clean-install-windows-7-a.html
Im a little confused with this guide since its for a dvd instead of usb.

A clean install always includes a reformat or partition deletion, so the second method.

Brinks tutorials are always bullet proof too!!!

 

[KyleT]

The installation went smooth. Just installing a bunch of updates and I will go from there.

Hopefully this fixes my problem.