Configure dumps
First, we want to make sure the computer is saving your dump files. Go to Control Panel -> System -> Advanced System Settings -> Startup and Recovery [Settings] Make sure that "Write Debugging Information" is set to Small Memory Dump (256kb) if it is not already.
Next, make sure that the folder C:\Windows\Minidump exists. If not, create it (allow permission if asked). Make sure any dumps you want to analyze, whether yours or others', are in this folder. You can ZIP/RAR the files and send them to someone else to analyze as well.
Start up
Keep less stuff at the start-up. Only anti-virus, this helps avoid driver conflicts and improves time to log in to windows.
Troubleshoot a Problem by Performing a Clean Startup in Windows 7 or Vista
How to Change, Add, or Remove Startup Programs in Windows 7
Security App
Kaspersky can be a cause of BSOD's. Remove and replace with Microsoft Security Essentials to see if it provides more stability.
Uninstallers (removal tools) for common antivirus software. Microsoft Security Essentials and Malwarebytes are recommended from a strict BSOD perspective. They do not cause blue screens on the system as other AV products do.
Microsoft Security Essentials, Free antivirus for windows and Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free
Information
- :warn: Do not start the free trial of MalwareBytes, unselect that option when prompted.
- :tip: Update and make full scans with both separately.
Is the firmware for your SSD up-to-date?
Check for one and see if the stability returns.
SFC /scannow to check windows for corruption:
How to Repair Windows 7 System Files with System File Checker
1. Click Start
2. In the search box, type
Command Prompt
3. In the list that appears, right-click on cmd.exe and choose
Run as administrator
4. In the command window that opens, type
sfc /scannow
and hit enter.
Disk Check
For errors on your Hard drive(s):
How to Run Disk Check in Windows 7
Memtest86+
Run Memtest86+ for at least 8-10 passes. It may take up to 20 passes to find problems. Make sure to run it once after the system has been on for a few hours and is warm, and then also run it again when the system has been off for a few hours and is cold.
How to Test and Diagnose RAM Issues with Memtest86+
Note
Pay close attention to part 3 of the tutorial in order to rule the faulty RAM stick out.
Tip
Do this test overnight.
