problems with windows xp

[A. Cox]

- Using Windows XP for 1.5 years now, no problems. About two months ago
my computer started to restart itself for no reason - then enter
regular start routine not even acknowledging a problem (no safe mode
option).

- Some games like nhl hockey cause this to happen when you start them-
games like unreal tournament are all right.

- Lost some video functions like web chat
I want to reload my OS - am I able to do this without having to worry
about keys for my windows Xp startup disk - or will the anti piracy
software cause me grief. I already tried system restore - does not
change anything to do with this problem

[Dr Robin Bignall]

On Sat, 03 May 2003 20:54:37 GMT, "A. Cox" > wrote:

>- Using Windows XP for 1.5 years now, no problems. About two months ago
>my computer started to restart itself for no reason - then enter
>regular start routine not even acknowledging a problem (no safe mode
>option).
>
This sort of random rebooting can be caused by a heating problem. Are you
sure that your fans are working properly and smoothly?

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Robin Bignall

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England

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[Harry Ohrn]

This sounds like hardware. First turn off the autorestart by going to System
Properties->Advanced Tab->Startup and Recovery Settings button and uncheck
the Auto restart. this will at least give you a Blue Screen that might point
to a recognizable error.

You should check for heating issues. Check to ensure all your fans are
working. Another issue can be flaky RAM. Try reseating your RAM modules. If
you have more than one stick try removing one and see if the problem
persists. If so swap the RAM for the other stick. Or the powersupply might
be acting up. Ensure everything is firmly and securely plugged in.

--

Harry Ohrn - MS MVP (Windows Shell/User]
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"A. Cox" > wrote in message
...
> - Using Windows XP for 1.5 years now, no problems. About two months ago
> my computer started to restart itself for no reason - then enter
> regular start routine not even acknowledging a problem (no safe mode
> option).
>
> - Some games like nhl hockey cause this to happen when you start them-
> games like unreal tournament are all right.
>
> - Lost some video functions like web chat
> I want to reload my OS - am I able to do this without having to worry
> about keys for my windows Xp startup disk - or will the anti piracy
> software cause me grief. I already tried system restore - does not
> change anything to do with this problem
>

[Amethyst]

Harry Ohrn wrote:
> This sounds like hardware. First turn off the autorestart by going to
> System Properties->Advanced Tab->Startup and Recovery Settings button and
> uncheck the Auto restart. this will at least give you a Blue Screen that
> might point to a recognizable error.
>
> You should check for heating issues. Check to ensure all your fans are
> working. Another issue can be flaky RAM. Try reseating your RAM modules.
> If you have more than one stick try removing one and see if the problem
> persists. If so swap the RAM for the other stick. Or the powersupply might
> be acting up. Ensure everything is firmly and securely plugged in.
>
>
> "A. Cox" > wrote in message
> ...
>> - Using Windows XP for 1.5 years now, no problems. About two months ago
>> my computer started to restart itself for no reason - then enter
>> regular start routine not even acknowledging a problem (no safe mode
>> option).
>>
>> - Some games like nhl hockey cause this to happen when you start them-
>> games like unreal tournament are all right.
>>
>> - Lost some video functions like web chat
>> I want to reload my OS - am I able to do this without having to worry
>> about keys for my windows Xp startup disk - or will the anti piracy
>> software cause me grief. I already tried system restore - does not
>> change anything to do with this problem

It could also be caused by a graphics driver. The latest Detonator driver
has been known to give problems - and it has been suggested that only the
certified (41.09 I believe) driver should be used.

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[Harry Ohrn]

"Amethyst" > wrote in message
...
> Harry Ohrn wrote:
> > This sounds like hardware. First turn off the autorestart by going to
> > System Properties->Advanced Tab->Startup and Recovery Settings button
and
> > uncheck the Auto restart. this will at least give you a Blue Screen that
> > might point to a recognizable error.
> >
> > You should check for heating issues. Check to ensure all your fans are
> > working. Another issue can be flaky RAM. Try reseating your RAM modules.
> > If you have more than one stick try removing one and see if the problem
> > persists. If so swap the RAM for the other stick. Or the powersupply
might
> > be acting up. Ensure everything is firmly and securely plugged in.
> >
> >
> > "A. Cox" > wrote in message
> > ...
> >> - Using Windows XP for 1.5 years now, no problems. About two months ago
> >> my computer started to restart itself for no reason - then enter
> >> regular start routine not even acknowledging a problem (no safe mode
> >> option).
> >>
> >> - Some games like nhl hockey cause this to happen when you start them-
> >> games like unreal tournament are all right.
> >>
> >> - Lost some video functions like web chat
> >> I want to reload my OS - am I able to do this without having to worry
> >> about keys for my windows Xp startup disk - or will the anti piracy
> >> software cause me grief. I already tried system restore - does not
> >> change anything to do with this problem
>
> It could also be caused by a graphics driver. The latest Detonator driver
> has been known to give problems - and it has been suggested that only the
> certified (41.09 I believe) driver should be used.
>
> --�
> Cassandra

Thanks Cassandra.

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Harry Ohrn - MS MVP (Windows Shell/User]
www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/
www.webtree.ca/newlife/

[A. Cox]

Dr Robin Bignall wrote:

>On Sat, 03 May 2003 20:54:37 GMT, "A. Cox" > wrote:
>
>
>
>>- Using Windows XP for 1.5 years now, no problems. About two months ago
>>my computer started to restart itself for no reason - then enter
>>regular start routine not even acknowledging a problem (no safe mode
>>option).
>>
>>
>>
>This sort of random rebooting can be caused by a heating problem. Are you
>sure that your fans are working properly and smoothly?
>
>--
>
>wrmst rgrds
>Robin Bignall
>
>Remote Hertfordshire
>England
>
>http://homepage.ntlworld.com/docrobin/homepage.htm
>
>
yes fans are working . Do you know anything about the key - if I'll
have problems reloading windows xp after formatting my hard drive?

[Amethyst]

Harry Ohrn wrote:
> "Amethyst" > wrote in message
> ...
>> Harry Ohrn wrote:
>>> This sounds like hardware. First turn off the autorestart by going to
>>> System Properties->Advanced Tab->Startup and Recovery Settings button
>>> and uncheck the Auto restart. this will at least give you a Blue Screen
>>> that might point to a recognizable error.

>
> Thanks Cassandra.

You're most welcome - and it's Cass to you. ;o)

Cass

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[Dr Robin Bignall]

On Sun, 04 May 2003 01:19:54 GMT, "A. Cox" > wrote:


>yes fans are working . Do you know anything about the key - if I'll
>have problems reloading windows xp after formatting my hard drive?

I only have experience of true Microsoft CDs, and the key for a clean
install is the same as that for a repair or upgrade - the one that comes
with the CD packaging. I do not know about proprietary versions of XP, if
you have one of those.

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wrmst rgrds
Robin Bignall

Remote Hertfordshire
England

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/docrobin/homepage.htm

[John Smith]

very well may be a hardware prob as suggested by others, but...i would check
motherboard first. look at all your capacitors. if your system is 1-3 years
old. millions of caps manufactured by one company and installed on many
mobos and other equip are failing due to manufacturing error. i personally
have prob with 2 abit , 1 asus, and 1 gigabyte board. if your caps look
swollen or rounded on top or show signs of leaking you may be a victim.
contact mobo maker and ask for replacement. abit is willing to replace my
boards for $20 bucks each. still waiting on others. this was reported on
techtv, as well as sites like hardocp.

"A. Cox" > wrote in message
...
> - Using Windows XP for 1.5 years now, no problems. About two months ago
> my computer started to restart itself for no reason - then enter
> regular start routine not even acknowledging a problem (no safe mode
> option).
>
> - Some games like nhl hockey cause this to happen when you start them-
> games like unreal tournament are all right.
>
> - Lost some video functions like web chat
> I want to reload my OS - am I able to do this without having to worry
> about keys for my windows Xp startup disk - or will the anti piracy
> software cause me grief. I already tried system restore - does not
> change anything to do with this problem
>