Need help for DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION

Question

Hi, would like to ask help regarding DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION. My PC recently had this error and I am not sure what/how to check it. Appreciate the help

Answer 1

Hello,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Q&A.

Based on the description, I understand your question is related to DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION.

The DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION bug check has a value of 0x00000133. This bug check indicates that the DPC watchdog executed, either because it detected a single long-running deferred procedure call (DPC), or because the system spent a prolonged time at an interrupt request level (IRQL) of DISPATCH_LEVEL or above.

It might be caused by a faulty driver, try running the Driver Verifier:

Open a command prompt window by selecting Run as administrator and type verifier to open the Driver Verifier Manager.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/drivers/devtest/driver-verifier

If a driver is identified in the bug check message, to isolate the issue, disable the driver. Check with the manufacturer for driver updates.

Confirm that any new hardware that is installed is compatible with the installed version of Windows. For example for Windows 10, you can get information about required hardware:

https://www.microsoft.com/en-sg/windows/windows-10-specifications

Have a nice day.

Best Regards,

Molly

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