Asus Z690-P4 D4 with corrupt iastorvd.sys.

[JeffFinnan]

On a reboot of a Windows 11 system, I got the BSOD.

I do not have any recent back up. I really would like to avoid a re-installation of Windows.

I have gotten a lot of help here:

https://www.elevenforum.com/t/bsod-how-does-one-run-the-v2-log-collector-on-the-bsod-pc.30019/

with the suggestion now that I seek assistance at a forum such as this one.

I have either worked through cmd prompt from the Advanced Options above or by booting in Window 11 Media Creation Tool (MCT) (Windows 11 iso) on a USB drive.

From Windows\System32\Logfiles\Srt\SrtTrail.txt

Root cause found:
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Boot critical file f:\windows\system32\drivers\iastorvd.sys is corrupt.

Repair action: File repair
Result: Failed. Error code =  0x57
Time taken = 703 ms

Repair action: System files integrity check and repair
Result: Failed. Error code =  0x57

After many, many checks and postings, I get this:

There is this guide to installing the IRST driver: https://www.asus.com/us/support/faq/1044458/

However, that does not appear applicable to this case because the drives can be seen and looks like it requires a re-installation of Windows.

There were issues with a RAM module. That module has been identified and removed.

Is there a way to install iastorvd.sys having booted using the MCT? Or is there some better approach?

[JeffFinnan]

While in mode with disabled signature enforcement, with help from Eleven Forum, was able install the IRST using download from https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/05SATA/DRV_RST_Intel_VMD_SZ_TSD_W11_64_V20101015_20240923R.zip...

System now boots up normally.

Now as to BIOS, I have https://www.asus.com/us/motherboards-components/motherboards/prime/prime-z690-p-d4/helpdesk_bios?mod... However, it is unclear to me how to install the Bios update.

[JohnAb]

Download the BIOS file, unpack the archive with WinRar (sometimes the built in Windows archiver causes problems) and then save the file in the root of a FAT32 formatted USB stick. No need to rename if using EZ Flash 3 - see below. Also, at this stage, it's a good idea turn off XMP to ensure that your system has maximum stability. 

Next, boot into the BIOS and under tools, you should EZ Flash 3. Start that and select the file you saved.

Start the process and it should complete automatically, often with some reboots. Eventually, after 5-10 minutes or so, you should get a screen that says Press F1 to continue. That will take you back into the BIOS where you can turn XMP back on and change any other settings. 

There is plenty of information available about doing this if you are still not sure like this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThQJR2IK5XE

[JeffFinnan]

Seems straight forward. The video is especially helpful. I will not be able to work on this computer for four or five days now. I will report back then on my success. Or, any questions I might have in the interim.

Actually, I do have a question on XMP.  I looked at this video: https://www.asus.com/us/support/faq/1042256/  Not being able to look at the system right now, I presume the Ai Overclocker Tuner is set to Auto. Do I leave it in that mode or should I select something different to ensure XMP is off? I figure I should ask it now rather than later and having to wait for a reply before proceeding with update.

Thanks,

Jeff

[cekeu]

Hi, yes with Ai Overclock set to Auto XMP should be disabled. To reset all bios settings to default you can also press F5 and then validate. Then if you reset XMP then to apply your custom settings press F10 and apply.

[JeffFinnan]

BIOS Update was successful. I put XMP into Manual. When update was complete, XMP was in Auto. I returned it to the original conditions:

Is this the best setting.

Thanks much to all,

Jeff

All input by you folks helped. Not sure which one to accept as solution.