2007-01-07 13:08:24 · 5 answers · asked by smq65 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
It is definatly a hardware problem. No it is NOT a virus. Someone mentioned cleaning it out and that is a good idea but do not take it to a shop.
First check to see if the fan is blowing air out of the system in the back by the power cord (this would be the power supply fan). Then if it is turn off the power in the back of the system (not the power button on the front). Then open the system and while touching the case (keep it plugged in) it grounds you. Check to see how much dust and cat or dog hair may be blocking the intake and has built up inside of the case. Vacum out all of the dust and hair, but do not touch the vacum head to any components as it can transfer static and fry a chip. Actually the best way to clean it is to use a canned air product available at a computer store.
Next inside of the case you should see a fan above the CPU as well as at least one fan at the back of the case. the next step is to turn on the power and to visually see if all the fans spin, if not replace the fans (if it is the CPU have a shop do it, but if it was a CPU overheating you should hear a loud percing sound when it overheats).
If all the fans turn and you have cleaned the case out of the dust and hair build-up and all the fans work if it still reboots it could be any chip on the system including memory chips.
This system is 4 years old at this point if it still reboots it is time to get a new system. Do not take it to a shop as it will cost more than it is worth, save your money to get a new system.
Hope this helps.
2007-01-07 13:37:35 · answer #1 · answered by Kdude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually an indication of a CPU or Power Supply overheating. Take it to a shop and have them clean the inside. If you look at the fans on the case and can see a lot of dust, its time.
2007-01-07 21:15:00 · answer #2 · answered by orlandobillybob 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If your computer is not working properly while you are working on it, it could be a problem with device drivers, hardware or software.
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2007-01-08 11:07:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The cooling fan is over heating.. open the back or take off the sides and vacum as much dust as you can.. if it continues.. buy another cooling fan.. you can install it yourself.. its a piece of cake..
2007-01-07 21:18:26 · answer #4 · answered by J. W. H 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Could be a virus or the hard drive.
2007-01-07 21:16:18 · answer #5 · answered by severina418 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋