my computer frequently freezes during start-up. (usually when searching for the ide-drivers) all I have to do is press ctrl+alt+delete and it restarts and it works fine. what is the real problem and how can I fix it. I know that my computer is set from bios to halt on system errors (if i set it not to halt then I get a loud beep every time I start up and its annoying.) anybody know how to fix the error?
2006-09-25 12:44:08 · 6 answers · asked by crazyromo 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
One short beep means everything is OK - long & loud is bad, but you can google for 'beep codes' & find possible answers.
If BIOS is set to halt on errors, then you may have a virus that is trying to write to protected areas.
Once it runs, go to housecall.trendmicro.com and get a complete scan. Then get protection.
2006-09-25 14:36:38 · answer #1 · answered by singbloger1953a 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps the EIDE cable is faulty. Try unplugging it, straighten it out a bit, and then reconnect it.
The problem just started happening, or did it always do that? Maybe you need a BIOS upgrade, although it's very risky. Check your motherboard manufacturer's web site to see if there's been any kind of updates or work-arounds.
You're not overclocking the CPU are you?
Try changing the bus frequency back to normal if you are. If you can, see if you can try out your hard drive on a friend's computer. When a drive sort of 'sticks' when it's started cold, then that could mean that the hard drive is dying.
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2006-09-25 12:53:59 · answer #2 · answered by Balk 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could have some spyware jacking with your computer.Try using Spy-bot Search and Destroy in safe mode. Ad-Aware will also be helpful to you. Try doing a scandisk also. Windows Defender is good to have too. The MBR on your hard drive may be corrupt, try doing a repair using your Win XP installation disc. Maybe has something to do with that "unknown device". That you mentioned in your last question. PCI drivers load up before Win XP.
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2006-09-25 12:50:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋
restart.
2006-09-25 12:44:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋