Physical memory dump

Minimum · June 24th, 2008, 08:52 PM

I am trying to figure out if I have a hard drive problem or a RAM problem with a BSOD. Well I've spent the last two days re-formatting my computer at least four times now to start fresh. Here's a break down..

Basically the first time everything was working fine and I got all of my files over from my external no problem. I ran into a snag with my sound drivers not working and I couldn't download replacements or even get cd with the original drivers to install the proper drivers again so I just did a new format.

Second format hung up on creating the partition at 35% and wouldn't move at all so I turned off my computer and then tried again.

Third format was completed no problem with a quick format instead of the usual slow NTFS. I started to move my files over and install programs again and then get a BSOD with physical memory dump. Tried to move files over after the restart and the computer was extremely slow and had another BSOD.

After seeing the second BSOD I went for another format and everything was working fine until I started to move my files back over. I received another BSOD and then restarted to a slow computer.. which is what I'm dealing with now. My specs should be in my signature but really I'm trying to get another BSOD without the automatic restart turned on but for now I just want to see if anyone has an idea. Everything loads extremely slow for a brand new install and I did swap out my RAM with some same sticks that I never used. If my hard drive is getting ready to die then bleh. Well appreciate the help folks.

TOAD6147 · June 24th, 2008, 09:15 PM

What expansion cards do you have and do you have a different power supply and video card to try? You may also be using bad drivers or software that is causing problems. BTW, there have been many threads started about this problem that may contain info to help you. Do a search and read.

Minimum · June 25th, 2008, 02:51 AM

Problem solved. It turns out my hard drive was used and abused too many times. Everything else checks out in my system with swaps but with a new hard drive and a CLEAN install nothing hiccups or dies. I've had it for about two years so maybe it was time for it to take a break.

TOAD6147 · June 25th, 2008, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Minimum

Problem solved. It turns out my hard drive was used and abused too many times. Everything else checks out in my system with swaps but with a new hard drive and a CLEAN install nothing hiccups or dies. I've had it for about two years so maybe it was time for it to take a break.

That's interesting and I'm glad you got it worked out but I've had drives for 10 years that are still going strong. BTW, have you checked the warranty status? You may be eligible for a free replacement if you can prove the drive is defective. Good luck.