My motherboard says that it requires the +12v lead on the 20 Pin Connector should put out 15A, my PSU only puts out 10A on the +12v lead. I know that it's inadequete, but could that be whats causing it to freeze up, or is there a worse underlying problem?
2007-01-09 15:36:37 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
This is a brand new system that I just started building.
2007-01-09 15:43:13 · update #1
That is an issue, but more likely that there is a bad memory module.
2007-01-09 15:40:44 · answer #1 · answered by Roll_Tide! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A bad memory module could be at fault, as already mentioned. Pull all of your loads except for the mother board and the hard drive. See if the computer boots that way. If it does, using one item at a time, restore the power supply loads. If the restoring the other loads is the source of the problem, then get a power supply that has the stated 15 amp capability. If it is a memory module, then pulling them one at a time will also lead you to where the issue is. So far as the OS itself, no.
2007-01-09 15:46:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suppose it's possible, although I haven't the faintest idea what you are talking about.
We usually look for the simple soluton first. I'm thinking is that you have too many programs in startup and that your RAM cannot handle it. I would suggest you lose any wallpaper and screensaver, load only those programs you use daily, and try again. Also, bear in mind that games which are almost wholly graphics, really create big files and use a lot of memory.
2007-01-09 15:42:56 · answer #3 · answered by TheHumbleOne 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First question I always ask - is..... are you running Norton by any chance..... it's horrendous with slowing down and freezing computers..... I took it off 3 machines. Lots better stuff out there...
You haven't said whether your computer's been running Okay up to date or if this is something new....... If you didn't touch your power supply and it's been running well, there shouldn't be a problem... Of course, if your diddleing around with your power supply - you could be creating the problem.
2007-01-09 15:42:11 · answer #4 · answered by longhats 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What's the total power output of your power supply?
A new system, chances are you need at least 500 watts continuous, not peak power. Add up the total draw from everything electrical if its over what you have installed ... go out and buy a new supply.
2007-01-09 15:48:44 · answer #5 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no thats not possible u need to reformat
in the options menu before the formatting choose to reinstall the operating system without deleting files so that the stuff on ur comp doesnt get deleted
or
go into dos and type in /dskfix if it doesnt work then go to the other meathod
2007-01-09 15:42:56 · answer #6 · answered by dheeraj 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your hard drive could be the issue or the Memory.
I used to have a Compaq Deskpro and it froze alot on me and it only had 99MB of disk space
2007-01-09 16:50:51 · answer #7 · answered by markusfarkus33 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no. the error is due to the other hardwares installed that is drawing too much power supply. upgrade the power supply.
2007-01-13 14:30:53 · answer #8 · answered by p 4 · 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
2007-01-10 13:23:57 · answer #9 · answered by asila 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
power problems can cause all sorts of weird things to happen, I think that could certainly be your issue.
2007-01-09 15:41:24 · answer #10 · answered by Evan S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋