D Djames Sep 18, 2009 #1 Every once in a while when I go into my computer or running some programs the pc will shut down and restart.
Every once in a while when I go into my computer or running some programs the pc will shut down and restart.
M Mort Sep 18, 2009 #2 Djames said: Every once in a while when I go into my computer or running some programs the pc will shut down and restart. Click to expand... That sure sounds frustrating.
Djames said: Every once in a while when I go into my computer or running some programs the pc will shut down and restart. Click to expand... That sure sounds frustrating.
J John Wunderlich Sep 18, 2009 #3 Every once in a while when I go into my computer or running some programs the pc will shut down and restart. Click to expand... One common cause is overheating. Open your case, clean the dust out, and make sure your CPU fan is spinning. Another cause could be a failing power supply. Check to see if anything is logged in the Event Viewer: Start -> Run -> eventvwr.msc See also: "Windows XP restarts unexpectedly or restarts when you shut down the computer" <http://support.microsoft.com/kb/320299> HTH, John
Every once in a while when I go into my computer or running some programs the pc will shut down and restart. Click to expand... One common cause is overheating. Open your case, clean the dust out, and make sure your CPU fan is spinning. Another cause could be a failing power supply. Check to see if anything is logged in the Event Viewer: Start -> Run -> eventvwr.msc See also: "Windows XP restarts unexpectedly or restarts when you shut down the computer" <http://support.microsoft.com/kb/320299> HTH, John
D Djames Sep 22, 2009 #4 When it shuts down the sreen goes black like it was unplugged then restarts like you push start button.
When it shuts down the sreen goes black like it was unplugged then restarts like you push start button.
U Unknown Sep 22, 2009 #5 In control panel-- system--advanced--reset (uncheck) automatic restart after system failure. This will allow you to see the failure.
In control panel-- system--advanced--reset (uncheck) automatic restart after system failure. This will allow you to see the failure.
