i'm having problems with my computer stuttering and freezing. Music stutters all the time and sometimes my computer won't even boot. I bought new ram a few weeks agao and that helped a little bit. My hd's a pretty new so I don't think they are the problem either. Could it be that my CPU is starting to go?
2006-12-08 07:22:22 · 5 answers · asked by smegheadrd 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
my cpu stays very cool, i have a program(speedfan) and i always monitor the temp and it rarely goes over 40. I don't think it could be spyware cause i re-installed windows a very recently and it happend even with a clean install.
2006-12-08 16:10:42 · update #1
could be the wrong kind of ram, happened to me. more then likely it's another program conflicting or trying to run and being a hog.
2006-12-08 07:26:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
well, it is possible that your CPU's time is up, but there a few things I'd check for before getting a new one. First of all - make sure your CPU does not overheat. Check the temps, make sure the heatsink is mounted correctly and the fan is working properly. Make sure there is a good airflow in your PC. Also check for any processes that could overload your CPU. Some thing's taking up 100% that's why music normally stutters, because the player can't get to the CPU cycles to process your music files.
Check for any spyware/malware/adaware!!! viruses. Anything of that nature.
Changing a CPU is a big step and a lot of times it can be avoided.
2006-12-08 07:29:27 · answer #2 · answered by Fez 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Understand that when a computer overheats, it forces the cooling fans inside it work much harder in order to dissipate the heat. Overheating has the capability of damaging and even melting important components such as the CPU. Solutions to the problems: 1) Make sure your CPU fan and graphics card fan is clear of dust, and working with maximum performance. Dust will make the fan unable to efficiently dissipate heat. Also, do not cover up the fans in the computer. Make sure, they can absorb fresh cool air. 2) Make sure passive coolers are dust free. 3) Make sure the inside and outside of your entire computer case is dust free. 4) Clear dust off any inside computer components. 5) Make sure the room the computer is in, is well ventilated. Open up the room windows and open the door of the room. 6) Do not use your computer on a scorching hot day. Make sure you have an Air Conditioner. Also, use a standard house fan to keep the room cool. I highly recommend you to take your computer to any trustworthy electronics store, so they can help clean and install components to help deal with the overheating issue. Do not attempt to fix the computer by yourself if you have no knowledge of fixing computers, or you will damage your computer.
2016-05-23 07:16:36 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of course not maybe it's a virus or a spyware [it happened with me]
if you found it like that re-format your CPU
2006-12-08 07:35:37 · answer #4 · answered by DJ 7r3kn0 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your computer is not working properly while you are working on it, it could be a problem with device drivers, hardware or software.
Detailed instructions at http://tinyurl.com/yk5zpr
2006-12-08 13:26:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋