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My computer randomly shuts off

Discussion in 'Overclocking, Cooling and Modding' started by Sacraficer, Aug 18, 2007.

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  1. Sacraficer Newcomer, in training

    My computer randomly shuts off ONLY when i am playing games... it can do msn and music and stuff fine but when i play a game it usually lasts around 30 mins to an hour and it automatically shuts off my computer.. im wondering if this is my fan or ? What is going ? Help! ty :D
    Sacraficer, Aug 18, 2007
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  2. vegasgmc TechSpot Chancellor

    That usually means the system is overheating. make sure all your fans are working.
    vegasgmc, Aug 22, 2007
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  3. AlbertLionheart TechSpot Chancellor

    You should download the free software from Everest on http://www.lavalys.com/ and run this while you are gaming. This will tell you if the system is overheating and which chip it is most likely to be.
    AlbertLionheart, Aug 22, 2007
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  4. pdyckman@comcas Newcomer, in training

    Sounds like your graphics processor is spreading too much heat to your cpu. A hot cpu shuts down a system. A hot psu does so also. Your mobo should run around 120F. Your cpu around 110F. Too much heat can change the value of any electrical component then they become erratic.
    pdyckman@comcas, Aug 22, 2007
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  5. mailpup TechSpot Special Forces

    If you haven't already, can you try opening your PC and blow out as much dust as possible. At the same time inspect the fans on the motherboard and graphics card fan (if there is one) to make sure they are working properly. Sometimes when they get clogged with dust, they burn out or spin too slowly even after cleaning.
    mailpup, Aug 23, 2007
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  6. AlbertLionheart TechSpot Chancellor

    It could be that your PSU is overheating too - don't try and open it, just make sure the vents are all clear and the fan is running properly.
    AlbertLionheart, Aug 24, 2007
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  7. Rilla927 Newcomer, in training

    That's when a PSU Tester and multimeter comes in handy.
    Rilla927, Aug 24, 2007
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  8. AlbertLionheart TechSpot Chancellor

    True O King.
    AlbertLionheart, Aug 24, 2007
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