computer problems

[Guest]

my computer shuts down on it's own just a few minutes after I turn it on

 

[TaurArian [MS-MVP]]

Many reasons - could also be virus related.

Resources to Help Troubleshoot Shutdown Problems in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;Q308029

Windows XP Shut Down Issues
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/win_xp_restart.htm

Troubleshooters for Windows XP Shut Down
http://aumha.org/win5/a/shtdwnxp.htm

"Windows Shutdown & Restart Center Troubleshooting in 15 Steps"
http://aumha.org/win4/a/shutdown.htm


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| my computer shuts down on it's own just a few minutes after I turn it on

 

[David B.]

With the little info you provided, a guess would be overheating, check
inside for dust bunnies and clogged fans and heat sinks.

 

[Guest]

I sent the error messages to microsoft they sent me a reply saying everything
looks to be working good and it is now I also did defragmenting as well now