Ok, Linx have found the issue! it is a BIOS issue which explains the DRIVER IRQL NOT LESS OR EQUAL error and you can learn more about it
here. Finally!
That link doesn't work for me, does anyone else have a problem with it, or is it just me?
Linx 1020 tablet will not work after Windows Update
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Yesterday evening I updated my Linx 1020 tablet via Windows Update. Three updates were downloaded and installed, which I have listed below. (N.B. for the benefit of Microsoft Support my Link 1020 came pre-installed with Windows 10 and is still under manufacturer's warranty)
1) Update for Windows Defender
2) Cumulative Update for Windows 10
3) Insyde Firmware update (this required a restart)
After Windows downloaded and installed the updates I was required to restart so I opted to update and reboot. My Linx 1020 shut down normally and the Linx logo display as it started to reboot. However, after this point the screen remained black and no matter what I tried I could not start my tablet. The orange power light also does not display when on mains power. Prior to shut down my Linx 1020 was 97% charged and on mains power.
Since yesterday I have tried repeatedly to boot my Linx 1020 to no avail. To all intents and purposes my Linx 1020 is dead and it is my belief that one or more of the Windows updates is responsible for this rather than a fault with my Linx 1020. The most probable culprit is the Insyde Firmware update as this required the restart.
I have read on the LinxTablet.co.uk forum that other Linx tablet owners have experienced a similar issue after performing a Windows Update.
I am waiting for a reply from Exertis (Linx support) regarding this issue but as the evidence clearly points towards an issue with Windows Update I would be grateful for a response from Microsoft Support, setting out how Microsoft intends to help Linx owners resolve this issue.
To reiterate: my Linx 1020 tablet is dead and cannot boot due to a fault with Windows Update!!
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Anonymous
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Anonymous
2017-08-27T18:42:53+00:00 I've returned my Linx 1020 to Argos and bought a Lenovo tablet £40 cheaper.
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Anonymous
2017-08-23T14:15:54+00:00 Its hilarious how microsoft are failing to comment
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Anonymous
2017-08-22T17:07:49+00:00 They are a bit slow to boot, but 20 seconds isn't normal..
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Anonymous
2017-08-22T16:18:57+00:00 I had the same problem yesterday after just buying a brand new 1020 from Argos. It will power up if you hold the power button on for about 20 seconds. Also it ran out of juice overnight having been put in sleep mode. It seems to take many hours to charge to 100%.