How to generate a memory dump file by using the keyboard in Windows 7?

[Matrix]

I read that you can generate a memory dump file on-demand by holding down the right CTRL key and pressing the SCROLL LOCK key two times. Does it still work in Windows 7 and where can I find the memory dump file and how do I read it? Just curious.

[LeeW]

Yes it is still available in Windows 7 ( Just tested it ). You will have to enable it first.

Copy and Paste the following into Notepad:

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\servic es\i8042prt\Parameters]
"CrashOnCtrlScroll"=dword:00000001

Save as CrashOnCtrlScroll.reg and save as type All Files. Double-Click the file to merge it with the Registry. Restart your computer and you will be able to use it. To generate the minidump file you will need to press and hold the Right Cntrl key and tap the Scroll Lock key twice. You will be presented with the Blue Screen and your computer will Restart.

Your newly generated Mini Dump File is created and stored in the following location:
Windows\Minidump

This post by Andy will direct you on how to read the mini dump files: How to read and analyze small mini memory dump files Windows creates

Hope this helps
Lee

[Matrix]

Awesome ! Thanks for this.