SSD firmware

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How to Fix DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION on Windows 11/10

DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION (stop code 0x133) means a driver took too long to finish its work and Windows restarted to avoid freezing. This guide shows how to find the driver behind it, then eight fixes in order, from unplugging new hardware to SSD firmware and system repairs.