hi gud day
I don't know whats wrong with my pc. When i try to shut it down, it will automatically restart by itself. I don't want to reformat it cause I haven't backed up the files yet. Any solutions? Thnx
2007-09-10 23:14:02 · 12 answers · asked by BoyasBabis 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
actually it's working fine before. it was infected by a virus recently but it was fixed already. i know how to use the computer so i'm pretty sure that am pressing the right button.
2007-09-11 02:03:16 · update #1
@jimbo: am using microsoft Xp sp3.
@karl-a: how do you know if there's something wrong with the motherboard?
@grrrrr: yes am pressing the right button
@arskys: am afraid if am going to press and hold the power button for 5 seconds it will not properly shut down. am afraid my files might corrupt.
2007-09-11 02:09:35 · update #2
one thing i want to know about your pc , is that working properly except this problem .
If yes then u need to virus scanning again with nod32 antivirus available on mejorgeeks.com in antivirus column,if you are using internet on your system then update this antivirus after install. then scan u r system properly
some symptoms of infection:
--->> No folder options in tools menu
----->> while running command (cmd) in run it suddenly restarts
----->>>> trying to open msconfig from run it restart rapitedly
if all this symptoms having then u need to repair windows xp
from cdrom
HARDWARE:
In bios there is option called power management
here you have to check about u r system setting of power management
here on setting called
pc state after power loss/power failure :-- u have to switch it as stay off
hope this would help you
Thanks
kiran
2007-09-17 22:14:56 · answer #1 · answered by kiran 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No need to reformat. If your computer restarts on it's own it is just possible that your on/off button is a bit iffy. Try freeing the button with many on/off operations but make sure you are switched off at the wall because you don't want to crash your hard drive.
2007-09-10 23:31:41 · answer #2 · answered by Who Dares Wins 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All of these posts are true, but one great possibility was left out. If you have recently installed or connected new hardware, try unplugging it. I have seen this happen . If there is a confility or compatibility issue, it will do that. If this help, dont forget to vote, best answer, take care.
2007-09-17 22:23:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
best to get it backed up ... if you want to shut it down, then keep the power button pressed for about 5 seconds ... will switch off.
2007-09-10 23:26:20 · answer #4 · answered by arksys 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is too little information in this question. The variables are infinite. Re-post or update this question with as much detail as possible. Chances are, one of us CAN isolate your issue.
2007-09-14 18:01:35 · answer #5 · answered by ~Orco~ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DON'T reformat even if you suspect OS is messed up. If XP, let its self repair do it for you. Here' how:
http://www.informationweek.com/shared/printableArticle.jhtml?articleID=189400897
ALL files will be INTACT.
2007-09-10 23:58:51 · answer #6 · answered by Karz 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
your computer may be set to restart after you close..check the set up information..and or your power settings might have changed..check both ans see if it helps
2007-09-18 14:03:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It might be a windows issue...(I had it earlier with win98)....or your computer just hates shutting down..
2007-09-10 23:50:47 · answer #8 · answered by Ness 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Need to know what operating system your useing
2007-09-10 23:24:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i will reformat it and saved ur file contact me 09153176208
2007-09-15 17:05:40 · answer #10 · answered by ferdinand g 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋