After about an hour's use my Compaq desktop just powers down. Could it be a virus or overheating? This just started today. Never had it happen before. Any insights might be helpful. Thanks.
2007-04-21 13:08:25 · 5 answers · asked by cjones1303 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
There are several reasons why. Firstly check your CPU fan (you'll have to open your case) to see if it is working. If it's not then its probabily a failsafe to keep the CPU from overheating. CPU stands for central processing unit. Make sure opening the case doesn't void your warranty. Another reason could be a power conservation feature. If you are running windows, go to: start>control panel>power options, and choose "never" for hibernation. Hope this helps! : ]
2007-04-21 13:29:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Possibly hardware problem:
1. RAM - If you have 2 modules, try one stick at a time. OR check w/ memtest.
2. OVERHEATING processor - Install a monitoring software such as Everest, Speedfan, etc. and monitor your temps. If system temp is also high, improve case ventilation.
3. POWER SUPPLY - Install a monitoring software and check voltage fluctuations. Set some voltage alarms.
BUT you could also try to do a system restore.
2007-04-21 14:14:44 · answer #2 · answered by Karz 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-26 19:23:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
have you ck your video setting for power if it set for a hr it will shut down if it was heatting up u can set the temp in cmos to watch it and warn you...it a good idea to blow all the dust out so it wont overheat cpu all fans powersuppy etc...you can ck for virus and spyware too...good luck
2007-04-21 13:26:41 · answer #4 · answered by john h 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like an energy-saving command. My Macbook has a sleep mode that it goes into after a certain period of idle time.
2007-04-21 13:16:44 · answer #5 · answered by hollyanna25 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋