Question:
irql_not_less_or_equal BSOD during windows 7 installation?
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2013-04-09 20:30:04 UTC
So im trying to install windows 7 on my new system and i keep getting this error message irql_not_less_or_equal. Im pretty sure its not the RAM because i already have windows xp on it but i realized most games dont support xp 64 bit so i was trying to do a clean install of 7 and this happened. My BIOS is up to date so i cant try flashing it. Here are my specs
Motherboard - asrock m3a785gmh/128m
Processor - AMD Phenom ii x4 955
RAM - @1600 Corsair vengance
PSU - Coolmax 650 watt
Graphics Card - Galaxy GTX 470
SSD - 60GB (Trying to install windows here)
HDD - Seagate 320gb
Four answers:
Computer Wizard
2013-04-09 20:45:37 UTC
omg this problem is so annoying...LOL

I work at a computer repair shop and last week someone brought in their laptop and it had this problem, it had the blue screen.

It is actually a driver issue, you have to reinstall every driver and make sure it is up to date. This issue is all about drivers nothing else start removing and installing new drivers...



good luck!
Dylan Armoogum
2013-04-10 00:28:20 UTC
This Stop error message usually occurs during installation when there was an attempt in kernel mode to touch pageable memory at too high a process internal request level (IRQL). Typically, this error occurs when a driver uses an incorrect memory address. Other possible causes of this error include an incompatible device driver, a general hardware problem, or incompatible software.



there might be a problem with the hardware components installed on your computer. First, make sure that your hardware is compatible with Window 7.

If your hardware is compatible, look for other hardware issues.



Method 1: Specify the Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL)

Use this method first to try to resolve the Stop error message.



During the installation startup, press F5 when the "Setup is inspecting your computer's hardware configuration" message is displayed.

When you are prompted, make sure that you specify the correct computer type and Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL). For example, if you have a single processor, specify the "Standard PC" HAL.

Try to reinstall Windows7.

If this resolves the Stop error message and you successfully install Windows 7, you are finished.

If this does not resolve the Stop error message, go to method 2.





Method 2: Turn off features in CMOS settings

Use this method when method 1 does not resolve the Stop error message.



Turn off all the following features in the CMOS settings of your computer. For instructions, see the hardware documentation or contact the manufacturer.

All caching, including L2, BIOS, internal/external, and writeback caching on disk controllers

All shadowing

Plug and Play

Any BIOS-based virus protection feature

Try to reinstall Windows7.

If this resolves the Stop error message, go to step c.

If this does not resolve the Stop error message, go to method 3.

Try to isolate which feature is causing the error. To do this, re-enable each of these features one at a time, and then restart your computer after you re-enable each feature.

If you identify a problem feature, disable or remove it and contact the manufacturer to try to resolve the issue.



If this does not isolate a problem with a CMOS setting, but this does resolve the Stop error message and you can start your computer normally, it may be that a setting was preventing the installation. If this is the case, turn on the setting after you install Windows 7, you are finished.





Method 3: Check the computer RAM

Use this method when method 2 does not resolve the Stop error message. If you need help performing any of the following steps, see the hardware documentation.



Remove any mismatched memory DIMMs (the RAM) so that all the DIMMs operate at the same speed. For example, 60 nanoseconds (ns) or 70 ns.

Run a systems test on the memory, and remove any bad SIMMs.

Test by using different DIMMs if any are available.

Try to reinstall Windows 7.

If this resolves the Stop error message and you successfully install Windows 7, you are finished.

If this does not resolve the Stop error message, please bring your computer to a computer shop repair
kennedy
2014-09-15 02:46:02 UTC
Dylan Armoogum, gave you the best answer, I have just solved a similar problem, it's something to do with conflicting IRQ's just interchange your ram or make sure your pc is clean inside and that there is no dust.
anonymous
2016-03-18 01:28:39 UTC
The first thing I would do is remove the overclock and see if the problem persists.


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