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Computer keeps shutting down by itself?

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by imcruz Aug 8, 2001 last reply Aug 11, 2001

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Celeron 500mhz that keeps shutting down by itself or freezing during boot process. I am unable to maintain the system up without turning itself off within minutes. Please help.

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by ann777 Aug 8, 2001

Look at power issues... a overheating system could cause an automatic offing. Are the fans turning?

If this is a laptop, check the batteries and the fan.

by imcruz Aug 11, 2001

Good job right on the dot.

by netuser Aug 8, 2001

Replace the power supply.

by imcruz Aug 11, 2001

Perfect answer, The power supply indeed ended up dying the next day.

by bill_a_moore Aug 8, 2001

If it is a notebook, it could be a faulty motherboard or loose connection on the motherboard. Reseat the processor. Check docking screws on the back and verify that the battery is charging. On a desktop, some of the same applies. Verify all cable connections internally, and reseat all of the cables and components on the MB.

by imcruz Aug 11, 2001

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by jarrettc Aug 9, 2001

Before replacing anything I would also check the Power Management settings in your BIOS, if they are active make sure you disable them. These have in the past often caused issues with the power management services in Windows 9x OS's, especially in laptops.