My laptop is on 24/7 because I am running some programs and it has to be on all the time. But sometimes my laptop restarts itself after I went to bed, and that really cause problem for me. Anyone know why it restarts and how can I prevent this problem? Thx!!!
2007-06-13 07:37:19 · 13 answers · asked by Skyfish 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
I suspect you have the Windows updates set for automatic update and auto installation. When an update requires a reboot and you are configured for auto update adn auto install it will reboot.
Change your update settings for auto update but manual installation. Install when it is convenient for you.
2007-06-13 07:40:16 · answer #1 · answered by GTB 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would suspect that because it runs so much it is probably overheating. You may want to try checking the vents on it and make sure they are not all dusty or clogged. Maybe relocate it to a cooler location or try one of those laptop stands that has a fan built in to run it cooler. Laptops are really not designed for 24/7 operation, so you have to take added precautions with keeping it in the safe CPU temp range.
2007-06-13 07:43:51 · answer #2 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It may not be the room that's affecting your computer. It could be the time. Do you only take your laptop into your bedroom at night? Check that the time and date is correct on your laptop. Also check that you're set to the correct time zone and the right year.
2016-05-19 02:40:09 · answer #3 · answered by evan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Something is updating and restarting to finish the update. Turn off anything that will update your software or set the programs to only install when you tell it to and not to do it automatically. I'd check to see if windows update is on as well as any adobe programs(like acrobat reader) as they both will update and restart by default.
2007-06-13 07:43:19 · answer #4 · answered by the_prankster 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
sometimes my computer does that. maybe windows is trying to update itself. or if you put up a new software on your computer usually it restarts itself. hmm but i'm not sure why every night. you may wanna talk to a professional. or go to the official site for that certain computer brand (dell, mac..etc.) and go online and go to their official website and go to FAQ they'll probably have something on that and if they don't not they'll probably have you call them or maybe tell you to email them your problem!
2007-06-13 07:43:33 · answer #5 · answered by Musiclovr08 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Automatic updates causing a reboot?
2007-06-13 07:39:53 · answer #6 · answered by jimragan 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well for one laptop should never be left on 24/7, they over heat very easy and were not meant to be left on to all hours, it over heats, damages both the motherboard and battery. (Desktop were meant to be left on for all hours).
So my best guessis it is over heating. I would suggest from here on our, that when you are away from the computer, you turn it off and unplug it, before you bring further damage to the laptop.
2007-06-13 07:44:57 · answer #7 · answered by Linds 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
This article covers desktop computer restarting but it also might help you out as well:
http://www.gamegiants.net/article_info.php?articles_id=2
2007-06-13 11:05:22 · answer #8 · answered by decker 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
sounds like a hard drive problem. try restart in safe mode.
2007-06-13 07:39:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
...if you run either xp or vista...they install automatic updates wihout asking you...then they give you a roughly 5 minute period to delay the reboot...if you miss it, then it reboots on it's own
2007-06-13 07:45:40 · answer #10 · answered by Awaitng hurricane season 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋