2006-10-23 00:11:36 · 10 answers · asked by lioness72371 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
Ladeehwk has it right on! I had to learn all this the hard way so follow her advice exactly and you will do fine. It is very important to run this in Safe mode, like she says -- and be quick on hitting that F8 button. If you miss it, you will have to do a new restart!
2006-10-23 00:22:11 · answer #1 · answered by Lenky 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
G'day, cannot answer your question but sounds similar to an issue I have as yet not solved. Is the computer starting on its own (waking) after a normal shut down or is it completing a restart while operating? My computer wakes itself but only when the (dial-up) modem connection is in. There are no downloads/updates nor system wake events active. OS, anti-virus/security suite is up-to-date. Sound similar? If so previous answers may not fix it (I've already tried 'em). Otherwise any other thoughts/info?
2006-10-24 06:28:46 · answer #2 · answered by au_what_the 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While you browse the Internet, your computer may restart unexpectedly.
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CAUSE
This behavior can occur if both of the following conditions are true: • A broadband cable modem or an asymmetric digital subscriber line (ADSL) modem is installed on your system, and the modem is using drivers that cause a fatal system (STOP) error.
NOTE: Depending on your system configuration, the resulting blue-screen error message may not be displayed long enough for you to record the error information.
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• The Automatically restart check box is selected under System failure in the Startup and Recovery dialog box (under System Properties).
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RESOLUTION
To resolve this issue, follow these steps: 1. Start Windows XP in Safe mode, and then configure Windows to not automatically restart when a STOP error occurs. To do this, follow these steps:a. Restart the computer. When the POST process completes, press F8.
b. On the Windows Advanced Options menu that appears, use the ARROW keys to select Safe Mode, and then press ENTER.
c. Select the operating system to start, and then press ENTER.
d. Log on to the computer as Administrator, and then click Yes in the Windows is running in safe mode dialog box that appears.
NOTE: When the computer is running in Safe mode, your display settings may be set to a lower resolution than you expect.
e. Click Start, and then click Control Panel.
f. Click Switch to Classic View if Control Panel is not already in Classic View.
g. Double-click System, click the Advanced tab, and then under Startup and Recovery, click Settings.
h. Under System failure, click to clear the Automatically restart check box.
i. Click OK twice.
j. Close Control Panel, and then restart Windows normally.
2006-10-23 07:16:36 · answer #3 · answered by ladeehwk 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If your computer hangs or reboots while you are working on it, it could be a problem with device drivers, hardware or software. This problem can be solved by uninstalling new softwares, updating device drivers and making minor configuration changes. Detailed instructions at http://tinyurl.com/yk5zpr
2006-10-23 15:46:52 · answer #4 · answered by regaa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a Trojan get yourself a virus scanner,firewall, spy-ware removal program.
After you install the firewall and removed the Trojan with the virus scanner I would change your passwords if I were you and if you used your bank or credit card details check with your bank for any unauthorised usage.
2006-10-23 07:24:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the memory status.
2006-10-23 07:47:46 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ladeehawk hit the nail on the head...you shouldnt need any other answers.
2006-10-23 07:20:42 · answer #7 · answered by Diadem 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its a virus or needs to be upgrades
2006-10-23 07:19:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes a virus will do that.
2006-10-23 07:22:04 · answer #9 · answered by FL Girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think someone is hacking ur system.
2006-10-23 07:22:25 · answer #10 · answered by shyla 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋