computer switch off 3

[wil115]

My computer running winxp runs for different lengths of time and then just switches off no shutdown just cuts power if i try to restart it the switch on my computer will not work unless i unplug it from the mains and leave it for a while- after a few minutes every thing is back to normal and it will restart.

 

[trojanman]

Sounds like a bad cpu fan or a failing power supply. Run it for a little bit, go into bios and check cpu temp.

 

[bcastner]

Check for leaky caps:

http://www.badcaps.net/ident/

This is fairly widespread.

 

[linney]

Sounds a bit like a faulty Power Supply inside the machine. How long has it been doing this for? Perhaps you should get it looked at before it bursts into flames and costs a lot more to fix?

 

[assets]

I agree it sounds like a dry joint, more likly in power supply. Also un plug it from the motherboard and plug it in again. This was common problem with 8086/88 and 20286. But diffent type of plugs. Also blow out dust from the case and power supply. Also you may consider reseating cards

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