Hello,
I've been Googling (is that even a word?) for hours to try and resolve this problem. I reinstalled Windows 8 Pro a couple of days ago, but then I remembered about the high DPC problems. I managed to fix it before but I honestly can't remember what I did. I've read plenty of helpful and knowledgeable posts on here so thought I'd register and ask.
I'll list all the hardware connected to my PC:
- ASRock Z68 Pro 3 (I know, old)
- Intel i5 3570K
- 16GB DDR3
- ADATA 120GB SSD SATA3
- Various SATA2 drives
- NO OPTICAL
- Corsair H100i (with USB)
- Corsair K50 Keyboard
- Corsair M40 Mouse
- Philips USB Headset
- 2 x AOC 24" Monitors
I'm using the latest drivers I could find as well as no extra rubbish installed. If you would like verification that I'm using a genuine version of Windows (I read a very funny post earlier regarding a user with pirated Windows and Steam) just let me know what you need.
If you've read this far then thank you, I appreciate it. I do notice crackles and pops when playing games and the high DPC starts right after Windows has booted. I did manage to fix it beforehand, as previously mentioned, with a driver - old age memory!
Here's a few screenshots
