My computer (a compaq, vista laptop) will randomly shut down! Sometimes its right when i start it....sometimes in the middle of something...and sometimes something will be loading and it'll just shut down!
It might be a virus...but could it be something else?
2007-12-25 14:29:34 · 7 answers · asked by supertaters 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Oh ya.
1. theres no warning, it just shuts off.
2. it is plugged in so dont say its a problem with power -_-
2007-12-25 14:30:55 · update #1
Random shutdowns w/o warning are usually hardware problems, such as bad RAM or an overheating processor. I would take it to a local computer shop to have it checked out.
2007-12-25 14:33:40 · answer #1 · answered by Nelsh 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It happens to all of us from time to time....sometimes, depending on the 'browser settings', a notice will come up saying that the system has encountered an 'unforeseen' problem & 'must' shut down! It's a verry frequent, annoying but routine 'glitch' in the systems which can be attributed primarily to use of a keyboard!
Don't worry, jest try to 'work around' & condition yerself to the reality that it will always be a factor in using a computer!
Best wishes
2007-12-25 14:41:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-19 22:20:54 · answer #3 · answered by staude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check your start up folder for programs that will shut your computer down.
2007-12-25 14:36:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
bad ram. you need to run a ram diagnostic on it. sorry i dont have a link. also, sorry to say it might be an unstable power source. try a different plug, or try running it plugged in but with no battery installed. it might be the battery.
2007-12-25 14:33:38 · answer #5 · answered by skibbitty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi. First check for malware. I use WindowsCare http://www.iobit.com/advancedwindowscareper.html then check for overheating problems.
2007-12-25 14:33:21 · answer #6 · answered by Cirric 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to control panel and check your power save function... alot of comps come preset to shutdown after a period of inactivity
2007-12-25 14:36:22 · answer #7 · answered by Drew K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋