My computer shuts down on its own. First my computer will start beeping then the whole computer shuts off on its own. I am running Windows XP home edition.
It occurs more rapidly when I am playing a game like World of WarCraft. Any help in solving what the problem is and what I can do to fix it would be greatly appreciated.
2007-03-30 18:47:57 · 10 answers · asked by dragonant06 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
i did as all of you suggested and still nothing worked. i was looking around at some websites seeing what a normal Temperature for a computer would be and most of them said 80-90'F and the Temperature of my computer is around 65-70'F. I also did the virus scan and i didn't have any viruses or anything. i still need help to fix my problem
2007-03-30 20:38:23 · update #1
Sounds like it's overheating. Especially if it reboots during times when it's under stress - such as during gaming. Check the cooling system.
*IRT Additional Details
The reason the suggestiond didn't work is because they were probably wrong. If your system is overheating, there's only two possibilities:
1. Some part of the cooling system is malfunctioning or blocked - cleaning it and checking the connections will help - If it's an old system that's been used a lot, the thermal paste may need to be re-applied. There could be a blockage in the heatsink, etc.
2. You do not have adequate cooling for your hardware components. This would mean that you need to add more case fans or upgrade your cooling system.
The only other diagnosis that is even remotely close is regarding the power supply. But, if it's faulty then the only fix is to replace it. If you have recently made some hardware upgrades that require power from the PSU, it's possible that it doesn't have adequate power.
Another possibility, though less likely, is that one or more of the pins on your processor have become bent. It's highly unlikely as long as you haven't removed it or attempted a knee-drop double suplex on your computer - but that is one reason why you would be experiencing this problem.
As I said, though, most likely it's overheating.
*IRT hollandchua
You're an idiot. If it were power saving settings, the system would not just shut down in the middle of an activity. And if virtual memory were low, there would be an error saying 'Your system is low on virtual memory'. Besides, the settings you suggest for the page file are ridiculous.
2007-03-30 18:50:55 · answer #1 · answered by d3v10u5b0y 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If I had to offer an off-handed GUESS, I'd say the power supply has died or is inadequate for the computer's needs. Only way to tell that for sure is take it out, open it up, and inspect it. It could be overheating due to dirt. It could be some OTHER failed component. If you don't have the skillz or know what you're looking for, then now is the time to take it to a shop.
2007-03-30 18:52:00 · answer #2 · answered by letmepicyou 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it is shutting down because it has a virus and it shuts down to protect itself. All you have ot do is remove the virus. Take it to best buy or some place that fixes computers. Or you can try to do it yourself. I use AVG. Type it into google "AVG" and its the virus cleaner. My computer was doping the same thing fo about a month before I heard of AVG and it took a while to get it because my computer would turn off in the middle of the download but hang in there its worth it. :) hope this helps.
2007-03-30 18:57:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
all of the other suggestions thus far have been great. also check your computer for viruses. you can download 'windows defender' online and that has really kept my computer clean. i was having a similar problem, though not during gaming, and found out i had a bug. it's free and definitely worth it, even if that's not the cause of the problem.
good luck
2007-03-30 18:56:53 · answer #4 · answered by simple 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
well this hap pend cuz of 2 thing (that is what i know)
1) it ur com virtual memory is tooooo low
2) it is due to your power saving setting.
do fix the prob
1) go to control panel and click on the power option button and do the correct setting. make sure that your system standby mode in in never and for the other.........it is up to you.
2) for the virtual memory problem is go to my computer,
right click on a blank space,
properties,
advance,
"a performance options pop up will appear "
then click on "advanced"
you should see a virtual memory settings at the bottom.
"click change".
initial size change it to 815 and the maximum size to 1512. then click set.
hope it will helpsss
2007-03-31 00:27:09 · answer #5 · answered by hollandchua 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Maybe its cuz ur PSU (power supply unit) is faulty and isnt giving enough juice to the GPU and CPU (LoL i luv that 3 wurd combo) Ya so like see if the fan stopped and it got to hot or just bring it into a corner store PC store and theyl tell u if u need a new one or not (PSU)
2007-03-30 18:52:26 · answer #6 · answered by Tinface 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
One thing that u failed to add was the type of motherboard you have. One of my friends has a cheap $55 MB an it dose the same and he has a over needed PS & CF.
2007-03-30 19:00:41 · answer #7 · answered by the_dark_lord_of_nightmares 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Have you tried this website? http://www.aumha.org/win5/a/shtdwnxp.php
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Go here http://www.memtest86.com/download.html and download the Windows version of this program, Ver. 3.3, and run a though check of your RAM for any problems.
Download - Pre-Compiled Memtest86 v3.3 installable from Windows and DOS.
2007-03-30 19:18:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
open it and clean it with wet towel as much as you can the fan the motherboard everything you can reach, you machine is overheating and I think that is the problem
2007-03-30 18:56:06 · answer #9 · answered by hih 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you find out- please let me know. Mine is doing it also!!
2007-03-30 18:50:49 · answer #10 · answered by Shawn 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋