Is my SSD on the way out?

Zeebedy · 15 Mar 2017 at 17:30

Hey guys,

I have a little issue here :confused:

I had a problem before I formatted, that when loading something, the computer would freeze as if loading for a few seconds, the mouse cursor was still working and all, then would return to normal.

I formatted after everything was setup, and it was fine for a little while there, but i believe the issue is now back. even though the issue are not too frequent.

I have a cheap brand ssd 120gb that i have had for almost a year now. so i think it must be that or the processor?

Even thought the CPU is brand new, and has no issues in game or otherwise, so im thinking it is likely the former?

can someone please shed some light on this for me. Thanks.

Zeebedy · 15 Mar 2017 at 18:16

update -

think its my processor guys, as when it stalls for a short period, and i check Afterburner, the usage jumps for idle to around 45-50C and the usage on some cores. then dies back down. does that sound CPU or SSD to you?

mattyfez · 15 Mar 2017 at 19:01

Have you analysed whether its some software or process hogging the CPU during these spikes?

I doubt it's a cpu or thermal issue as it would be hot all the time.

Zeebedy · 15 Mar 2017 at 19:13

mattyfez said:
Have you analysed whether its some software or process hogging the CPU during these spikes?

I doubt it's a cpu or thermal issue as it would be hot all the time.

Thankyou for the reply mate..

I was thinking if for example I was opening Spotify, or loading a web page, it seems to have a stutter / freeze and then return to normal. And I think that maybe the spike of the cpu is compensating for the lack of instant loading and so ramps up for those few seconds? Does that make sense?

mickyflinn · 15 Mar 2017 at 19:17

Could also be a driver update needed like adobe flashplayer, etc.

mattyfez · 15 Mar 2017 at 19:31

rip-the-jacker said:
Thankyou for the reply mate..

... And I think that maybe the spike of the cpu is compensating for the lack of instant loading and so ramps up for those few seconds? Does that make sense?

I wouldn't think so, someone will correct me if I'm wrong, but in a scenario when a cpu is sat waiting for instructions, it might stutter but it wouldn't ramp up usage or temperature as it's essentially idle and waiting for something to do.

Zeebedy · 15 Mar 2017 at 19:33

What's the best course of action do you guys think?

Do I get a new, fresh ssd , or RMA the cpu? What would you try first?

mattyfez · 15 Mar 2017 at 19:35

I think it's a software issue, keep task manager open and have a look what's going on when it judders.

If that doesn't reveal anything, put some more better event logging on.

mattyfez · 15 Mar 2017 at 19:36

Also what mickey said, update all your software and drivers.

Zeebedy · 15 Mar 2017 at 20:01

mattyfez said:
Also what mickey said, update all your software and drivers.

I thought drivers are all done my microsoft update? How do I get all software done? Just manually one at a time?

mattyfez · 15 Mar 2017 at 20:08

Ahh.. Sometimes, quite often, windows will load workable drivers as part of Windows update.

It is however prudent to manually update drivers for key components, motherboard chipset drivers and graphics card drivers most notably.

Down load and install these directly from the vendors website, nvidia, amd, Asus, msi, etc.

Zeebedy · 15 Mar 2017 at 20:12

Will do, thanks for the help guys..

mattyfez · 15 Mar 2017 at 20:26

Also if you have a fancy mouse or keyboard you might want to look into updating drivers for them too as above.

But motherboard and gpu drivers are probably what to update first, windows does a reasonable job of making things work, but that's pretty much it, they might well be out of date and missing various optimisations.

Zbornak · 15 Mar 2017 at 20:45

As mentioned, have a look on Task Manager and see what is drawing resources. I had a similar problem and found my SSD with running at 100% usage - had to change a few settings and a registry entry to get it working properly.

Deus Ex · 16 Mar 2017 at 00:55

Hardware failure is a lot less common than software mate. When you hear hooves on the road think horses not Zebras.

JohnB1951 · 16 Mar 2017 at 03:35

You don't say what your processor is ? If its an Intel then head to their website to download their Processor diagnostic tool. You can do the same for the SSD as most reputable companies have a program which will be able to tell you the status of the SSD dive.

Zeebedy · 16 Mar 2017 at 19:00

JohnB1951 said:
You don't say what your processor is ? If its an Intel then head to their website to download their Processor diagnostic tool. You can do the same for the SSD as most reputable companies have a program which will be able to tell you the status of the SSD dive.

I have a 7700K CPU.

just for reference, today I have been playing BF1 and browsing the web etc...now the problem re-arises..all was fine, till around 20mins ago..

I have just started downloading from steam (TW2) and now, when browsing through cars on ebay, when i scroll through the lists fast, there is stuttering and the cpu temp and usage rises..it there a problem in that respect, i mean, i just playing a BF1 match and had, good temps, good FPS and no lagging etc..

Zeebedy · 16 Mar 2017 at 20:14

Just had a big freeze there. FML.

Going to do diagnostics like you said, on the ssd and cpu. Will report back with findings...

Cheers.

mattyfez · 16 Mar 2017 at 21:20

Did you update the motherboard and gpu drivers?

Zeebedy · 16 Mar 2017 at 21:30

mattyfez said:
Did you update the motherboard and gpu drivers?

yes, i didnt know where to start with the motherboard drivers, so i done the chipset. and gpu are up do date, just done a diagnostic on the CPU and it PASSED! :confused:

is there a program i can use to update the drivers by searching my system and seeing what i need for my motherboard? or do i have to download ALL like 50 updates for it?