Is it possible the computer could be overheating due to the power supply ?
I turn it on and it boots to winxp but shut off.I turn it back on and i get an alert about it overheating and it had to be turned off.
It's a dell p4..It has everything it was built with but the power supply was switched before the overheating (could it be this psu?).
btw, this computer has been sitting in a room and hasn't been used for a while.
2007-02-25 15:58:59 · 8 answers · asked by firefly 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Get a can of compressed air (approx $5 range in Wal Mart)
Remove side of case..
Locate processor and use a flash light to look into fan and heat fins for dust accumulation... use canned air on them until clear.
Check all vents and spray out INCLUDING both openings in Power Supply.
Blow out any remaining dust from bottom of case and don't forget the front of case as many cases also allow for air flow to come in vents in front you can not easily see.
Power up the unit and check all fans to make sure they are still functioning... including in the PSU.
If all checks out, but still overheating, take it to a qualified tech to check your system.. your processor may have been installed with a lower grade tape heat-transfer medium instead of a quality thermal grease between processor and fan - can make a real difference. You may also just need an extra fan in the case to help cool it. Good luck
2007-02-28 12:48:50 · answer #1 · answered by The::Mega 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the fan on the power supply. If it's not turning and blowing air, then yes, an overheating condition may be at fault. You'd need to get a new powersupply.
Also check the fax on the CPU (if you have one) and also make sure airflow is not obstructed.
2007-02-25 16:02:35 · answer #2 · answered by BigRez 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-14 05:51:32 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, I would recommend disconnecting everything and removing the cover of the PC. Then, gently blow it out with canned air or a hair dryer set on air.
If that doesn't help, better get the fans checked out.
2007-02-25 16:04:40 · answer #4 · answered by TheHumbleOne 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a the power supply, but could also be the heatsink for the CPU. If the fan is not spinning fast enough, or if it is clogged, it will cause it to overheat.
2007-02-25 16:02:49 · answer #5 · answered by Erick 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MIne done that for awhile and the automatic cooling fans were not working or at least one of them wasn't. I had to get it fixed and then I put cooling fans under it. Mine is a laptop. Hope this helps you.
2007-02-25 16:04:22 · answer #6 · answered by tls 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
could be dust, could be a broken fan, could be a fried motherboard with corroded servos, take it in to have it checked before the problem gets worse.
2007-02-25 16:03:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a better cooling system before its too late
2007-02-25 16:03:14 · answer #8 · answered by John A 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋