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XP PRO LOCKUP

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by d.h. cesare

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WinXP Pro
2.8mHz
1024 RAM
160G HDD - 106G free
Nvidia 256MB GeForce 6600 video

When I'm in the middle of a game(s) my computer locks up solid. I've installed new
video cards with negative results. The temperatures are 96 - 104F. I'm clueless and need some HELP!

Thank you.

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by w2ktechman

Updating the game
defragmenting your HDD
deleting temp files
scan for virus
scan for spyware
check with the game manufacturer (FAQ) to see if your video card works well with that game.
Run an in-depth memory checker (such as memtest86).
determine if you need more memory (usually the minimum listed is bad to work with).

by d.h. cesare

I downloaded and unzipped MEMTEST86 but was lost from that point. The BAT file created a bootable disk and the EXE file asks: "Enter a disk image file name:"
and I don't have the foggiest idea what it's asking. But thanx.
That "A" computer is not online so I'm not too concerned about malware and viruses, and I run defrag about once a month. Any other ideas would be appreciated.

by d.h. cesare

I used Microsoft's Windows Memory Tester and ran 2 tests which were successfully passed. Whar's next?
Thanx

by w2ktechman

or page file size
or slow HDD, fragmented virtual memory

by d.h. cesare

Power supply is the one thing I didn't think of. The lockup problem has gotten progressively worse for about a week. I'll try to find a way to test the existing power supply before buying a new one.
I'm on a VERY limited fixed income and so it's extremely difficult to just go out and purchase something I don't really need.
Thank again.

by d.h. cesare

The WD HDD shows 100% healthy, the page file is defragged at startup. The machine is getting worse. I was going to try to defrag the "C" drive and it locked up; tried to run a diagnostic on the whole machine and it locked up, so I'm thinking it's either the processor or the motherboard going bad. It'll need more expert diagnosis than I can give it.
Thank you.

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