Windows 10: DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION - Constant lockups and Crashing while working or ideal Minidump...

For the last year+, I've been trying to diagnose why my computer keeps locking up and crashing to a blue screen. Generally, my Bluescreen reports a DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION with no other error code. Often, the crash happens during random unrelated events; Sometimes, my computer will be ideal; other times, I'll be working in Adobe Premiere or Foundry Nuke on some heavy projects or, the most consistent and embarrassing, a web call with a supervisor while specifically using the chrome browser. How a crash typically goes. Things will start acting up video freeze, icons go blank, audio will start l

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Constant BSOD and Random Crashing

I'm sorry to hear about the issues you're facing with your computer. Random crashes and Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors can be frustrating to troubleshoot, but analyzing minidump files can provide valuable information about the underlying causes.

Unfortunately, as a text-based AI model, I'm unable to directly access or analyze files or attachments. However, I can provide you with some general guidance on how to analyze minidump files yourself or suggest alternative troubleshooting steps.

1. Analyzing minidump files:
   
   • To analyze minidump files, you'll need a debugger tool like WinDbg, which is part of the Windows Software Development Kit (SDK). Install the SDK and WinDbg on your computer.
     
   • Open WinDbg and go to "File" > "Open Crash Dump." Browse and select the minidump file you want to analyze.
     
   • WinDbg will load the minidump and display information about the crash. Look for the error message or the faulting module that caused the crash. This information can help identify the potential cause of the problem.
     
   • If you're unfamiliar with WinDbg or analyzing minidump files, you can search for specific error messages or faulting modules online or seek help from forums and communities dedicated to Windows troubleshooting.
     
2. Alternative troubleshooting steps:
   
   • Since you suspect faulty RAM, testing it with new RAM modules is a good step. Faulty RAM can cause various stability issues, including crashes and BSOD errors. Consider ordering new RAM and replacing the existing modules to see if it resolves the problem.
     
   • Ensure that all your drivers, including motherboard chipset drivers, graphics card drivers, and other hardware drivers, are up to date. Outdated or incompatible drivers can lead to system instability.
     
   • Monitor your computer's temperature using software like HWMonitor or Core Temp. Overheating components can cause crashes. Make sure your computer's cooling system is working properly and clean any dust buildup on the CPU cooler and other components.
     
   • Check for any recently installed software or drivers that may be causing conflicts. Uninstalling or rolling back recent changes can help isolate the problem.
     
   • If the issues persist, you may want to consider seeking assistance from a professional computer technician or contacting the customer support of your computer's manufacturer.
     

Remember to always back up your important data before making any major changes to your system or replacing hardware components.

I hope these suggestions help you in troubleshooting and resolving the issues you're experiencing with your computer.

 

DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION no minidump

I've been getting the DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION for years now.
I fixed it at some point but I don't remember how.

It happens randomly.

When my PC boots back up again it won't load back into Windows and instead gives me the message "No operation system found" I can only load back into Windows by turning off and on my pc with the physical power button

When I crash it gives me no minidump.

 

DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION minidump translation.

Hi, i keep getting blue screens, on this occasion it was "DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION". i got the minidump file but i don't really have a clue what to do with it.