It is a very annoying situation when our computer shuts down automatically in middle of a work. This article is written to guide the users prevent this problem by finding out the true factor responsible for this problem.
A computer may automatically shut down in the following situations:
Processor is Overheating
Controlling the temperature of your processor is must. There are fans installed in your CPU to perform this work. Because of dust or other reasons, a fan may not work properly and thereby overheating problem may occur. This results in an unexpected system shutdown.
Load the BIOS Configurations by pressing F2 key when the computer is just started. Set the Fan Speed to Maximum by searching the setting through the available options. Save your settings and restart the computer.
In case you use a laptop computer, install a laptop cooling pad.
A Virus is Infected
Your system may have a virus infected. Traditional viruses were designed to shut down your system automatically.
1. Download a good antivirus software.
2. Update its definitions.
3. Full scan the system.
4. Remove the infected files, if any.
Issues with Drivers Installation
Do you recently installed a device driver? If so, it may be not functioning properly; or otherwise, it may be the wrong version which you have installed. It may not be supporting your system.
1. Click Start | Control Panel.
2. Click Programs | Uninstall a Program.
3. Select the newly installed driver and click "Uninstall" button.
4. Follow the wizard and then restart your computer.
5. Visit the website of appropriate manufacturers of graphics card, sound card & network card and download the appropriate driver software.
Restore the System
Try restoring your system to an earlier state. To perform this task, there is a tool called System Restore. It is a simple wizard which lets you restore your computer to an earlier date, if there is any system restore point available.
1. Click Start | All Programs | Accessories | System Tools | System Restore.
2. Click "Next".
3. Follow the wizard your own.
System Files are Deleted, Moved or Renamed
When important system files are moved, deleted or renamed, your computer shuts down automatically. Restore the deleted file, if any. Or otherwise, run the System File Checker (SFC) tool.
1. Click Start | Run. Or press Windows Key + R.
2. The Run box will appear on your screen.
3. Type the following command: SFC /ScanNow
4. Press the ENTER key.
5. Follow the simple instructions on your screen.
A computer may automatically shut down in the following situations:
Processor is Overheating
Controlling the temperature of your processor is must. There are fans installed in your CPU to perform this work. Because of dust or other reasons, a fan may not work properly and thereby overheating problem may occur. This results in an unexpected system shutdown.
Load the BIOS Configurations by pressing F2 key when the computer is just started. Set the Fan Speed to Maximum by searching the setting through the available options. Save your settings and restart the computer.
In case you use a laptop computer, install a laptop cooling pad.
A Virus is Infected
Your system may have a virus infected. Traditional viruses were designed to shut down your system automatically.
1. Download a good antivirus software.
2. Update its definitions.
3. Full scan the system.
4. Remove the infected files, if any.
Issues with Drivers Installation
Do you recently installed a device driver? If so, it may be not functioning properly; or otherwise, it may be the wrong version which you have installed. It may not be supporting your system.
1. Click Start | Control Panel.
2. Click Programs | Uninstall a Program.
3. Select the newly installed driver and click "Uninstall" button.
4. Follow the wizard and then restart your computer.
5. Visit the website of appropriate manufacturers of graphics card, sound card & network card and download the appropriate driver software.
Restore the System
Try restoring your system to an earlier state. To perform this task, there is a tool called System Restore. It is a simple wizard which lets you restore your computer to an earlier date, if there is any system restore point available.
1. Click Start | All Programs | Accessories | System Tools | System Restore.
2. Click "Next".
3. Follow the wizard your own.
System Files are Deleted, Moved or Renamed
When important system files are moved, deleted or renamed, your computer shuts down automatically. Restore the deleted file, if any. Or otherwise, run the System File Checker (SFC) tool.
1. Click Start | Run. Or press Windows Key + R.
2. The Run box will appear on your screen.
3. Type the following command: SFC /ScanNow
4. Press the ENTER key.
5. Follow the simple instructions on your screen.
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