Feb 8, 2009
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There are several things or components that can cause this type of issue. Sure, Safe Mode can help, though I prefer MSCONFIG -> select Diagnostic Mode. Another couple common issues are AHCI in the BIOS and Start = 3 = IDE (BIOS = AHCI then Start = 0) in Windows; otherwise the wrong drivers are being loaded by Windows. See and run Fix It
Further, IF you have ANY MOBO Utilities e.g. ASUS AI Suite or Gigabyte's Easy Tune
Also, 430W on an Phenom II X4 + GTS 450 allows no room for an OC, and if either the CPU or GPU are OC then it will cause random Shutdowns.
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Troubleshooting PC Issues: BSODs and GPU Freezing
Sep 30, 2011
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There are several things or components that can cause this type of issue. Sure, Safe Mode can help, though I prefer MSCONFIG -> select Diagnostic Mode. Another couple common issues are AHCI in the BIOS and Start = 3 = IDE (BIOS = AHCI then Start = 0) in Windows; otherwise the wrong drivers are being loaded by Windows. See and run Fix It
Further, IF you have ANY MOBO Utilities e.g. ASUS AI Suite or Gigabyte's Easy Tune
Also, 430W on an Phenom II X4 + GTS 450 allows no room for an OC, and if either the CPU or GPU are OC then it will cause random Shutdowns.
Additional Troubleshooting Steps
- Remove main power connector, let caps drain. Then reinstall the video card and drivers. Also reinstall directX and use a registry cleaner.
- If there are still issues, then go with a new power supply rated higher than what you're using now.
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