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Blue Screen: DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION

In short: A driver blocked the processor for too long (stop code 0x133).

In more detail: Typical with SSD drivers, firmware and older devices.

In Depth

Possible causes

  • Outdated SSD firmware or drivers.
  • Incompatible hardware.

Solutions

  1. Update firmware and chipset drivers.
  2. Use the standard controller driver for SATA/NVMe.
  3. Disconnect external devices as a test.

See also: Windows, SSDs, Chipsets