title is self explanitory.. why does it do this?? whats happening?
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title is self explanitory.. why does it do this?? whats happening?
Restart and tap F8 key several times until it goes to a selection then
pick safemode. In safemode run your antivirus and spybot,adaware, hopefully
even Ewido.
I have seen several things do this.
memory is one
psu too small or faulty can also do it
cpu heat
those are some thiings to check
We could also use the system specs to make an evaluation
cpu?
memory?
motherboard?
Pentuim 4 Processor @ 2.4 GHz
2.5 GB DDR RAM
Asus P4S800 Motherboard
40 GB Maxtor HD (Master)
250 GB Maxtor HD (Slave)
i run the PC Probe Utility which the Systemboard disc gives which shows the tempurature and the usage of the PC's parts.. They all seem pretty normal.. any solutions??
I guess this is the system that had the new memory fitted... did it do this before the new memory?
If this is a reboot due to internal error, turn off auto restart ( right click my computer, properties, advanced, startup and recovery, settings and uncheck the 'automatically restart' box - next time it will blue screen properly so you can make a note of the exact message ).
could be drivers, or software too.
Is the power supply unit suficient for your current system (http://www.journeysystems.com/power_...calculator.php)?
Also, I've had a similar situation occur where my PSU was slowly dying and it caused reboots, shutdowns.
I dont know.. almost everything is old on this computer.. it was bought in 2000...
also.. yes it has.. but it hasnt for a while after i reformatted... i have reformatted this computer.. maybe my new parts are not compatible unless i update??
You can test to see if it is a heat issue by getting into the cmos and leaving it there for a while, if it stays up then you can probably eliminate it as a culprit. You said that you reimaged it recently, are you sure that you have the most up to date drivers as Garak suggested, and also is it Windows XP or some other flavor? Also, make sure that you have the latest sevice pack available. Does it reboot when in safe mode?
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Originally Posted by prince022
Are you saying there is a possibility that some MS Critical Updates aren't yet insalled on this PC?
yes it has rebooted in safemode... i checked for updates and theyre all updated..
but now, i have replaced the PSU with a 300W Power Supply just now, well see how far i get.. keep bringing in your inputs.. its plenty helpful
Could it be that Windows Updates are rebooting the machine?
changed any drivers recently????
Thanks for being so patient in trying these ideas out.Quote:
Originally Posted by prince022
If the system boots in safe mode but not in "regular" mode, I doubt the PSU will be at fault.
Have you considered the possibility of spyware/malware?
Could i suggest you check the electrolytic caps on the motherboard, see if there's any swollen/leaking etc.
Try to disable the Wake On Lan in the Bios,or disconnect the phone line or cable line from the PC.
I think Platypus hit it in post 5 - memory error. Pop them out and reverse them. Then try one at a time.