my dell dimension 2350 keeps turning off on its own. the longests it stay on for 4 minutes. then it just turns off. then right after it turns on i press the power button and it stay on for only 2 seconds. what could be causing this.
2007-08-28 04:51:58 · 7 answers · asked by jorge a 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Overheating!
Probably the plug to control the fan for the CPU is loose, or worse the whole CPU cooler is loose (but that you would notice). Have your case opened by an expert to tell what you happened.
Good luck with it!
2007-08-28 04:55:35 · answer #1 · answered by Greek Oracle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually that means the PC is overheating. Open it up and clean all the dust out of it, especially anything on the fans. Make sure that the vents are open and clean. A can of compressed air (about $3-4 at Walmart) will do a good job.
If the problem continues, then you may be looking at a bad power supply. Replacing that will run you about $50 if you do it yourself (or offer to buy a McDonald's meal for you geek to get it done for you).
2007-08-28 04:57:12 · answer #2 · answered by dewcoons 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is probably overheating. Try placing a fan next to it and see if it stays on longer. One of your fans on your MOBO may have gone out. I suggest opening the case and turning the cpu on to see what happens.
2007-08-28 04:54:56 · answer #3 · answered by dtsairman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh God, it is about to explode. Judging by those patterns, you have about 1.5 minutes. Hurry, you must unplug it, cover it in oatmeal or some sort of puddy and then throw it out your window. This is all part of Microsoft' scheme to take control of the world!
2007-08-28 04:56:58 · answer #4 · answered by DeltaKilo3 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
its happening bz of over heating.
after ur pc shut down, check which of these r hot.
Video card
ram
processor
mother board main chip
2007-08-28 05:00:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please check previous Q&As before posting the same questions others have asked...
I know I've answered this question a couple times today.
PSU or CPU :)
2007-08-28 05:04:13 · answer #6 · answered by U Have Nothing Better 2 Do 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
my cooling system and my drives LMAO
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2007-08-28 04:57:32 · answer #7 · answered by JavaScript_Junkie 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋