Some users have had a critical crash of the Power Kernel BSOD (blue screen of death) where the system reboots automatically without any warning. Most affected users report that the problem occurs when playing games or doing something that consumes a lot of system resources. While investigating the problem, some affected users have discovered a critical critical power recurring bug in the event viewer. In most of the reported cases, the problem is in Windows 10 and Windows 8.
BSOD Power Core (70368744177664)
What is causing the BSOD power kernel error (70368744177664)?
We investigated this particular issue by looking at various user reports and commonly used repair strategies to resolve this particular Event Viewer error.. According to our research, There are several common scenarios that are known to trigger the Power Kernel BSOD error (70368744177664):
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Quick start is enabled: Several users who have encountered this particular BSOD while the computer was at rest reported that the problem no longer occurred after disabling fast startup.
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The BSOD is caused by a RAM failure: as reported by several users, this particular problem can be caused by a RAM failure. If this scenario is applicable, the problem can be solved by investing in new RAM or reducing the frequency of the RAM.
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Automatic lock is activated: most motherboard models include a lockout that automatically resets or shuts off when certain temperatures are reached. This is done to avoid permanent damage to its components.. In this case, use a temperature control program and purchase a replacement refrigerator (if required) could solve the problem.
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BIOS but: It turns out that this particular problem can also be caused by a BIOS bug commonly found on MSI and ASUS motherboards.. The error has already been corrected, so you can solve the problem (if this scenario is applicable) updating your BIOS to the latest version available.
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Insufficient PSU: if the download occurs during resource consumption tasks, the problem could be due to those cases where the power supply unit cannot provide enough power. In this case, you can remove some non-essential components or upgrade to a more powerful power supply.
If you are currently looking for ways to prevent the BSOD kernel error from happening again (70368744177664), This article will provide you with several troubleshooting steps. Then, you will find a collection of methods that other users in a similar situation have used successfully to avoid or resolve this particular error message.
For best results, follow possible fixes in the order they are presented. One of them is intended to solve the problem in your particular environment.
Method 1: disable fast startup
If you encounter random BSOD kernel system crashes (70368744177664) and you are not doing anything too demanding while this problem occurs (your CPU is idle), this problem could be caused by the Windows quick start function 10.
We have found over a dozen reports where users no longer find the kernel BSOD (70368744177664) after they disabled fast startup in the power options menu. This seems to point to a scenario where the problem is due to a crash or error with the Quick Boot function.
Until Microsoft decides to correct this problem, can prevent Kernel BSOD system (70368744177664) crashes by disabling the Quick Start feature in the power options menu. Here is a quick guide on how to do it:
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Press the Windows key + R to open a Run dialog. Later, scribe “powercfg.cpl” and press Enter to open the Power Options menu.
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Inside the Power Options menu, use the menu on the left to click on Choose what the power buttons do.
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Inside the System Settings menu, click Change settings that are currently unavailable.
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Later, uncheck the box associated with Enable fast startup (recommended) and click Save Changes (at the bottom of this window).
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Restart your computer and see if the problem persists after the next startup completes.
Disable fast startup
If the problem is still not resolved, proceed to the next method described below.
Method 2: Reduce GPU Overclocking Frequencies / CPU
Another common reason why other affected users encountered the BSOD kernel error (70368744177664) is an overloaded CPU or GPU causing instability. In most cases, BSOD crash ends up being caused by overheating of components.
A couple of affected users have reported that the problem no longer occurs after they lowered their overclocking frequencies. (CPU y / o GPU). If you are working with custom voltages and frequencies for your GPU or CPU, try reverting to default settings (even if the system appears stable while under full load).
Adjust overclocking frequencies
Note: You may also want to check your fans, reapply thermal compound on your CPU, dust and airflow only to cross them off your list of possible culprits.
Try using the system with the default voltage and frequency values for a while and see if the Kernel BSOD error (70368744177664) came back. If the BSOD failure does not return, gradually increase the values (if you want to overclock again) up and be careful not to get out of the steady state.
Method 3: Replace the power supply
Another popular reason this error occurs is due to insufficient power that your PSU (power supply unit) can provide. If you are working with a low power PSU and you notice that your computer hangs with kernel BSOD error (70368744177664) when you are tasked with doing something that requires resources, One possible reason for this is that your system needs more power than your power supply is capable of supplying.
Insufficiently equipped power supply
You can test this theory by removing any nonessential devices (optical unit, additional hard drive, non-critical peripherals, etc.). It also helps to slow down any frequency of your GPU, RAM o CPU (if you have overclocked before).
If you have noticed that the problem no longer occurs after you have relieved the load from your power supply, you will need to invest in a more powerful unit if you want to accommodate all your PC components.
Method 4: Motherboard BIOS update
Some users have reported that the problem no longer occurs after updating their motherboard BIOS. This suggests that the problem may also be caused by a BIOS, but that ends up blocking the system.
But keep in mind that the steps to update your BIOS version will be specific to the motherboard model you are dealing with.. Most manufacturers will have proprietary software that must be used to update the BIOS.: Asus has EZ flash, MSI has MFlash, etc.
BIOS version update
To update the BIOS version of your motherboard, you will need to look for the specific steps related to your particular model. And if you haven't done it before, We recommend that you outsource this task to a computer technician, since this procedure could end up blocking your system.
Method 5: deal with faulty RAM
It turns out that this particular issue can also be caused by faulty RAM or a custom frequency or voltage higher than what your RAM is capable of holding at full load.. Various affected users struggling to resolve kernel BSOD error (70368744177664) have reported that the problem was finally resolved after replacing their current RAM with a new one or reverting the custom voltages and frequencies to the default values.
If you are currently overloading your RAM voltages and frequencies, try going back to the defaults and see if the problem continues. You should also consider using a program like HWmonitor to monitor your overall voltages and temperatures while your computer is fully charged..
Using the HWMonitor to monitor temperature and voltages
If you found that your system stability has improved once you have reverted your RAM to the default voltage and frequency values, you have two options:
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Stay with the default voltage and frequency.
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Buy superior RAM capable of withstanding higher frequencies and voltages.
