PC gets restarted automatically..?

[dahlarbear]

The program below will extract information from the minidumps on your system and display them in a format that makes it easier to look for similarities or differences.  Since you seem to be getting different Stop Codes on your BSODs, it might prove useful.

Procedures "borrowed" from Broni:

Download BlueScreenView
No installation required.
Double click on BlueScreenView.exe file to run the program.
When scanning is done, go Edit>Select All.
Go File>Save Selected Items, and save the report as BSOD.txt.
Open BSOD.txt in Notepad, copy all content, and paste it into your next reply.

[Allan]

I'd like to see a copy and paste of the ENTIRE message in case a specific file is mentioned.

However, as a starting point, these are the most likely causes of that error:

1) Hardware (download and run a memory diagnostic utility for starters)
2) Drivers - update your video, audio, and NIC or Wireless drivers
3) Check for a bios update

[karthik316_1999]

Okay.. here is the BSOD.txt file from the s/w... This should help i guess... 

==================================================
Dump File         : Mini022610-01.dmp
Crash Time        : 2/26/2010 5:26:13 AM
Bug Check String  : BAD_POOL_HEADER
Bug Check Code    : 0x00000019
Parameter 1       : 0x00000020
Parameter 2       : 0x88d7b000
Parameter 3       : 0x88d7b1c8
Parameter 4       : 0x0839f680
Caused By Driver  : nltdi.sys
Caused By Address : nltdi.sys+49ea
File Description  : NetLimiter Driver
Product Name      : NetLimiter 2
Company           : Locktime Software
File Version      : 1.0.14.1
Processor         : 32-bit
Computer Name     :
Full Path         : C:\WINDOWS\minidump\Mini022610-01.dmp
Processors Count  : 1
Major Version     : 15
Minor Version     : 2600
==================================================

==================================================
Dump File         : Mini022010-01.dmp
Crash Time        : 2/20/2010 6:56:55 AM
Bug Check String  : DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
Bug Check Code    : 0x000000d1
Parameter 1       : 0x08b0093c
Parameter 2       : 0x00000002
Parameter 3       : 0x00000001
Parameter 4       : 0xb7310384
Caused By Driver  : NVENETFD.sys
Caused By Address : NVENETFD.sys+3384
File Description  : NVIDIA Networking Function Driver.
Product Name      : NVENETFD
Company           : NVIDIA Corporation
File Version      : 1.00.00.05009
Processor         : 32-bit
Computer Name     :
Full Path         : C:\WINDOWS\minidump\Mini022010-01.dmp
Processors Count  : 1
Major Version     : 15
Minor Version     : 2600
==================================================

==================================================
Dump File         : Mini021710-01.dmp
Crash Time        : 2/17/2010 6:02:19 PM
Bug Check String  : SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED
Bug Check Code    : 0x1000007e
Parameter 1       : 0xc0000005
Parameter 2       : 0xb13e8d2f
Parameter 3       : 0xb84efc4c
Parameter 4       : 0xb84ef948
Caused By Driver  : afd.sys
Caused By Address : afd.sys+3c18
File Description  : Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock
Product Name      : Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Company           : Microsoft Corporation
File Version      : 5.1.2600.5657 (xpsp_sp3_gdr.080814-1236)
Processor         : 32-bit
Computer Name     :
Full Path         : C:\WINDOWS\minidump\Mini021710-01.dmp
Processors Count  : 1
Major Version     : 15
Minor Version     : 2600
==================================================

==================================================
Dump File         : Mini021510-01.dmp
Crash Time        : 2/15/2010 9:45:19 PM
Bug Check String  : BAD_POOL_CALLER
Bug Check Code    : 0x000000c2
Parameter 1       : 0x00000007
Parameter 2       : 0x00000cd4
Parameter 3       : 0x00000000
Parameter 4       : 0x88f8e518
Caused By Driver  : ntkrnlpa.exe
Caused By Address : ntkrnlpa.exe+21cc5
File Description  : NT Kernel & System
Product Name      : Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Company           : Microsoft Corporation
File Version      : 5.1.2600.5913 (xpsp_sp3_gdr.091208-2036)
Processor         : 32-bit
Computer Name     :
Full Path         : C:\WINDOWS\minidump\Mini021510-01.dmp
Processors Count  : 1
Major Version     : 15
Minor Version     : 2600
==================================================

==================================================
Dump File         : Mini021010-01.dmp
Crash Time        : 2/10/2010 8:49:28 AM
Bug Check String  : BAD_POOL_HEADER
Bug Check Code    : 0x00000019
Parameter 1       : 0x00000020
Parameter 2       : 0x89754680
Parameter 3       : 0x89754998
Parameter 4       : 0x0a630003
Caused By Driver  : hal.dll
Caused By Address : hal.dll+4100
File Description  : Hardware Abstraction Layer DLL
Product Name      : Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Company           : Microsoft Corporation
File Version      : 5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2111)
Processor         : 32-bit
Computer Name     :
Full Path         : C:\WINDOWS\minidump\Mini021010-01.dmp
Processors Count  : 1
Major Version     : 15
Minor Version     : 2600
==================================================

==================================================
Dump File         : Mini020910-01.dmp
Crash Time        : 2/9/2010 11:44:57 PM
Bug Check String  : KERNEL_MODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED
Bug Check Code    : 0x1000008e
Parameter 1       : 0xc0000005
Parameter 2       : 0xbd1f6ffa
Parameter 3       : 0xaedfd878
Parameter 4       : 0x00000000
Caused By Driver  : nv4_disp.dll
Caused By Address : nv4_disp.dll+4ae0e8
File Description  : NVIDIA Compatible Windows 2000 Display driver, Version 196.21
Product Name      : NVIDIA Compatible Windows 2000 Display driver, Version 196.21
Company           : NVIDIA Corporation
File Version      : 6.14.11.9621
Processor         : 32-bit
Computer Name     :
Full Path         : C:\WINDOWS\minidump\Mini020910-01.dmp
Processors Count  : 1
Major Version     : 15
Minor Version     : 2600
==================================================

==================================================
Dump File         : Mini012210-01.dmp
Crash Time        : 1/22/2010 9:39:06 AM
Bug Check String  : KERNEL_MODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED
Bug Check Code    : 0x1000008e
Parameter 1       : 0xc0000005
Parameter 2       : 0x00000020
Parameter 3       : 0xaf6f0bc4
Parameter 4       : 0x00000000
Caused By Driver  :
Caused By Address :
File Description  :
Product Name      :
Company           :
File Version      :
Processor         : 32-bit
Computer Name     :
Full Path         : C:\WINDOWS\minidump\Mini012210-01.dmp
Processors Count  : 1
Major Version     : 15
Minor Version     : 2600
==================================================

==================================================
Dump File         : Mini011610-01.dmp
Crash Time        : 1/16/2010 11:32:07 AM
Bug Check String  : KERNEL_MODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED
Bug Check Code    : 0x1000008e
Parameter 1       : 0xc0000005
Parameter 2       : 0x308a2401
Parameter 3       : 0xb0378c68
Parameter 4       : 0x00000000
Caused By Driver  :
Caused By Address :
File Description  :
Product Name      :
Company           :
File Version      :
Processor         : 32-bit
Computer Name     :
Full Path         : C:\WINDOWS\minidump\Mini011610-01.dmp
Processors Count  : 1
Major Version     : 15
Minor Version     : 2600
==================================================

==================================================
Dump File         : Mini011310-01.dmp
Crash Time        : 1/13/2010 11:25:10 PM
Bug Check String  : DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
Bug Check Code    : 0x000000d1
Parameter 1       : 0x003ed9ee
Parameter 2       : 0x00000002
Parameter 3       : 0x00000000
Parameter 4       : 0xb16e2f13
Caused By Driver  : epfwtdi.sys
Caused By Address : epfwtdi.sys+3f13
File Description  :
Product Name      :
Company           :
File Version      :
Processor         : 32-bit
Computer Name     :
Full Path         : C:\WINDOWS\minidump\Mini011310-01.dmp
Processors Count  : 1
Major Version     : 15
Minor Version     : 2600
==================================================

[Allan]

No, that dump file is all over the place. I want to see the bsod message.

[karthik316_1999]

I'd like to see a copy and paste of the ENTIRE message in case a specific file is mentioned.

I suppose the above post is wanted you wanted..? If its something else, pls let me know...

However, as a starting point, these are the most likely causes of that error:

1) Hardware (download and run a memory diagnostic utility for starters)

Can I get some guidance on this.. I tried searching and saw some s/w's like memtest86+ and all that but not sure how to use them... should i waste a cd/dvd for this? Is it not possible to run it without burning an ISO as such..?

2) Drivers - update your video, audio, and NIC or Wireless drivers

My mobo has the nvidia nforce networking integrated controller and it was only very recently that I updated my display drivers to the latest one from nvidia's website.. (like i said.. after the bsod's with nv4_disp.dll file... which is also seen in my previous post..)
Should the NIC (i dont have a wireless) drivers be updated along with this package and do i need to look out for them elsewhere?

Speaking of NIC's .. something runs into my mind.. about the Event viewer... although i have been asked to stay out of it ..!
There are a lot of occurences of this Event ID 1003

"Your computer was not able to renew its address from the network (from the DHCP Server) for the Network Card with network address 0015F25D0911.  The following error occurred:
The operation was canceled by the user. . Your computer will continue to try and obtain an address on its own from the network address (DHCP) server."

3) Check for a bios update

Yes, I have the updated one...

[karthik316_1999]

No, that dump file is all over the place. I want to see the bsod message.

Is it possible to view/retrieve last night's BSOD from somewhere now? Otherwise, the only possible way i guess should be to sit and write down the codes the next time it occurs !

[karthik316_1999]

Oh okay... i get it...  There was an option to display the blue screen from within the s/w itself... Here is the contents of last night's bsod..

A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage
to your computer.

The problem seems to be caused by the following file: nltdi.sys

BAD_POOL_HEADER

If this is the first time you've seen this stop error screen,
restart your computer. If this screen appears again, follow
these steps:

Check to make sure any new hardware or software is properly installed.
If this is a new installation, ask your hardware or software manufacturer
for any Windows updates you might need.

If problems continue, disable or remove any newly installed hardware
or software. Disable BIOS memory options such as caching or shadowing.
If you need to use safe mode to remove or disable components, restart
your computer, press F8 to select Advanced Startup Options, and then
select Safe Mode.

Technical Information:

*** STOP: 0x00000019 (0x00000020, 0x88d7b000, 0x88d7b1c8, 0x0839f680)

*** nltdi.sys - Address 0xafd7f9ea base at 0xafd7b000 DateStamp 0x00000000

[Allan]

Did this problem start after you updated the video driver?

[karthik316_1999]

Nope..

[Allan]

Go to ADD / REMOVE. Is there a program named Net Limiter? If so, please uninstall it. If not, go to Administrative Tools - Services and set the Net Limiter service to disabled and reboot.

[karthik316_1999]

Yes, it was me that installed this s/w called "Netlimited 2 Monitor" cuz i wanted to know which applications in particular are consuming my bandwidth and it was quite helpful.. Why... could this be causing the problem?

One more thing... this restart problem existed even before I installed this particular application...

Anyways, since you had suggested... it will uninstall it.. and keep you posted of further issues..

[karthik316_1999]

Just received the next BSOD..

A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage
to your computer.

The problem seems to be caused by the following file: ntkrnlpa.exe

IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL

If this is the first time you've seen this stop error screen,
restart your computer. If this screen appears again, follow
these steps:

Check to make sure any new hardware or software is properly installed.
If this is a new installation, ask your hardware or software manufacturer
for any Windows updates you might need.

If problems continue, disable or remove any newly installed hardware
or software. Disable BIOS memory options such as caching or shadowing.
If you need to use safe mode to remove or disable components, restart
your computer, press F8 to select Advanced Startup Options, and then
select Safe Mode.

Technical Information:

*** STOP: 0x0000000a (0x09268244, 0x00000002, 0x00000000, 0x804fb524)

*** ntkrnlpa.exe - Address 0x805406bb base at 0x804d7000 DateStamp 0x4b1e9e60


==================================================
Dump File         : Mini022710-01.dmp
Crash Time        : 2/27/2010 3:26:33 AM
Bug Check String  : IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
Bug Check Code    : 0x0000000a
Parameter 1       : 0x09268244
Parameter 2       : 0x00000002
Parameter 3       : 0x00000000
Parameter 4       : 0x804fb524
Caused By Driver  : ntkrnlpa.exe
Caused By Address : ntkrnlpa.exe+696bb
File Description  : NT Kernel & System
Product Name      : Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Company           : Microsoft Corporation
File Version      : 5.1.2600.5913 (xpsp_sp3_gdr.091208-2036)
Processor         : 32-bit
Computer Name     :
Full Path         : C:\WINDOWS\minidump\Mini022710-01.dmp
Processors Count  : 1
Major Version     : 15
Minor Version     : 2600
==================================================

[Allan]

Okay, you're getting all sorts of different errors. I suggest you download memtest and run a diagnostic on ram. I then suggest you boot to the Recovery Console and run chkdsk /r. Then update all drivers (video, audio, nic or wireless or both) - get them from the OEM websites, not from Windows Update. Then check for a bios flash.
If none of this works we'll try a diagnostic startup.

[karthik316_1999]

Looks like this post is just in time.. Last night soon after the IRQ BSOD, I had the memtest program run continuosuly for the past 7 hours. It gave me more than the required 'passes' (6 and i stopped it when it was around 80% to complete the 7th one)  with 0 errors.  So, hopefully my memory modules are out of the show.. 

[karthik316_1999]

My drivers, as I said in the earlier post, are all up-to-date including the BIOS. Only thing i'm not sure is where to look for the NIC drivers in particular... am not finding it on my mobo manufacturer's website... though im very certain it should be having the latest ones..

http://support.asus.com/download/download.aspx?model=A8N-VM(space)CSM&SLanguage=en-us

The recovery console, let me see about it.. guess you need a start up disk for it.. which i need to search for..
Guess we need to be looking for the diagnostic startup already..