Solved Various BSODs at random times on a daily basis.

[adjc98]

I keep getting blue screen errors on a daily basis. I noticed they seem to be more frequent when using the computer then when not using it.

I built a custom computer using PC part picker. The parts I used can be viewed at this link:
Intel Core i5-4460, Fractal Design Define R4 (Titanium Grey) - System Build - PCPartPicker

The computer has been blue screening since I set it up or shortly after. I set the computer up around mid January and the BSOD's started in Jan.

When I took a look at the memory dumps the last few where caused by memory_corruption. Otherwise the minidump causes for the other where all over the place, but mostly they are complaining about ntkrnlmp.exe.

I removed Avast from the computer as a troubleshooting measure.

I have uploaded the DM log collector as instructed.

Any Help would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

[z3r010]

That has to be the most mixed bag of random BSOD's I've ever seen, however the first thing you need to do is install a legal copy of Windows before we can help.

 

[adjc98]

That has to be the most mixed bag of random BSOD's I've ever seen, however the first thing you need to do is install a legal copy of Windows before we can help.

Thanks for the quick reply. A friend of mine installed this version of Windows for me and I just confirmed with him that he didn't use a legal copy.

This will obviously take me a while to fix. I will let you know if there are still errors after getting that corrected.

Questions:
Where can I buy a copy of Windows 7 Ultimate legally?
Do I have to reinstall Windows completely to make it legal or can I switch keys?

 

[Golden]

Questions:
Where can I buy a copy of Windows 7 Ultimate legally?
Do I have to reinstall Windows completely to make it legal or can I switch keys?

Your best are probably system builder OEM's, but make sure its from a reputable store.

In these cases, we always recommend a clean install as you have no guarantees about what came with the original installation.

 

[adjc98]

Thanks I appreciate you guys pointing me in the right direction.

 

[Layback Bear]

I buy my Windows 7 from a local store. Their must be one I would think where you live.

 

[adjc98]

I got a good copy of Windows now. Hopefully no more BSOD's. I bought and OEM version off New Egg for around $150. It came sealed in an original Windows packaging. Seems to be working great.