Crashing PC - Too hot?

NexusFi · 2013-07-01T07:53:58-04:00

When I troubleshoot computer problems like this, I start by removing all add-ins (cards, ram etc).... If it runs solid with just MB (not running hot due to bad fans etc) then I begin adding one component at a time, beginning with ram (one at a time), then the cards one at a time until the bad component shows up.. (Also , make sure the computer is not near a heat vent or other source of heat). Funnily enough - it crashes consistently when I remove the video cards & do a video test using the on board graphics. Anyway …

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Updated July 1, 2013

Crashing PC - Too hot?

July 1st, 2013, 07:53 AM

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Mines still running strong - hasn't crashed once and it stayed on all through the hot season too - where it gets up to 110F outside and it gets pretty hot inside when we are out and the air con is off.

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