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PC will only run in safe mode
Some time ago this particular PC started to randomly reboot so I took it out of service until I could get some time to investigate the problem. The PC was relatively inexpensive and I am only trying to find out why this is happening for my own peace of mind as it is now driving me completely round the bend.
The symptoms are -
1. either enters a reboot loop at POST (may do this 5/6 times then goes to 2)
2. loads OS OK but will 'switch off' as though the plug has been pulled at random intervals
3. As 2 but switch off at first keystroke or mouse movement.
4. Occasionally will allow 2/3 minutes use then as 3
After 2,3 or 4 will run scandisk then as above
In attempt to fix, I initially reinstalled Win 98 SE from scratch after reformat.
Since then I have -
fitted new hard drive
new memory
installed (at different times) both Win98 & Win2000 OS
Booted computer with every combination of System configuration.
The PC spec is -
BK630e V1.7D / V7.1 MAINBOARD
CentaurHauls x86 Family 6 Model 6 Stepping 2
240mb ram
OS Win 98SE
I have discounted faulty PSU as the problem as the PC will run indefinitely in Safe Mode
Any assistance will be greatly appreciated