K klyz Jul 10, 2010 #1 my computer suddenly shut down and my screen is suddenly filled with 'Z', from top to bottom. now when i start up my com, my whole com will hang with my startup programs at desktops only. I need help!
my computer suddenly shut down and my screen is suddenly filled with 'Z', from top to bottom. now when i start up my com, my whole com will hang with my startup programs at desktops only. I need help!
gbhall Posts: 2,419 +77 Jul 10, 2010 #2 Sounds like a damaging virus, or if not, a video failure. First try starting in safe mode (press F5 during boot). If you see any change, what is it?
Sounds like a damaging virus, or if not, a video failure. First try starting in safe mode (press F5 during boot). If you see any change, what is it?
R raybay Posts: 6,906 +11 Jul 12, 2010 #3 Not uncommon during a video card failure while in the middle of something that is utilizing it.
K klyz Jul 12, 2010 #4 apparently now i can use it.. whether in safe mode or not, but im afraid that my com has issues
U Ultiweap Posts: 585 +0 Jul 12, 2010 #5 It may be a video card issue then. Check if it is well fix inside in the slot.
