Issues with Computer

[Mr.Dude]

So I have an issue with my computer, about last week it started just shutting off. With no warning or error message it just shuts off completely without rebooting. I can't start it back up neither until about 10 minutes goes by or it will just shut off again.

 

Now I am pretty sure its my Power supply seeing, I looked and neither of its two fans are working. So is this a Power supply issue and my power supply is taking a dump?

 

Hopefully I gave enough information.

[detoren]

its probb a temp problem ?

 

try this

 

http://www.alcpu.com/CoreTemp/

 

so you know its not cpu .

[F257]

replace motherbaord battery?

[daredevil]

No fan on PS = getting hot and auto shutdown.

[NoGooD]

So I have an issue with my computer, about last week it started just shutting off. With no warning or error message it just shuts off completely without rebooting. I can't start it back up neither until about 10 minutes goes by or it will just shut off again.

 

Now I am pretty sure its my Power supply seeing, I looked and neither of its two fans are working. So is this a Power supply issue and my power supply is taking a dump?

 

Hopefully I gave enough information.

 

Some PC specs would be good to have.

 

For Instance:

Motherboard

CPU

GPU

Power Supply (Name Brand & Wattage)

Any add on cards (Sound card, networking, etc)

 

 

its probb a temp problem ?

 

try this

 

http://www.alcpu.com/CoreTemp/

 

so you know its not cpu .

 

I also use a program called CPU-Z http://www.cpuid.com/cpuz.php

 

and another one called HardwareMonitor http://www.cpuid.com/hwmonitor.php

 

both from CPUID. I'll have to check out CoreTemp though. Nice Suggestion.

 

replace motherbaord battery?

 

This isn't typical of a CMOS battery. More likely if he shut his comp off..and lost all his time/date settings

 

No fan on PS = getting hot and auto shutdown.

 

This is likely the culprit. Another problem could be your dropping voltage on your 5V rail. I had a problem similar to this and the 5V rail was the issue. No fans turning means more than likely Dare nailed it on the head and your PSU is hitting it's thermal protection point and shutting down. Unless it's a uber PSU and you feel comfy working around capacitors (which can shock the crap out of you even after they've been unplugged for awhile...don't ask how i know) it might be time to purchase a new Power Supply.

 

I recommend going with a reliable company such as Antec, OCZ, PC Power and Cooling, Enermax, etc. If your PC is an off-the-Shelf unit like Dell or HP, make sure it doesn't require a specially modded power supply. Off the shelf PSU's won't work in some of these comps as some of the pin connectors are not standard 20 or 24 pin.

 

Good luck getting it back up and running.

Edited January 26, 2010 by NoGooD

[detoren]

there are lots pins on mb for fans maybe put a fan on it (cost 2 to 10 euro ) and put it on powersupply .

[SkaM]

yep definitely overheating.

[Mr.Dude]

Thank you for all your replies. =)

[Higgeo]

what power supply?

 

I recomend a host of programs like what NoGood said.

[Qlimax]

Maybe buy a power supply that is able to handle more Watt,because in my eyes it will reduce the temperature,and also a fan with higher RPM?

Edited January 27, 2010 by Fourzerotwo

[OnionKnight]

No fan on PS = getting hot and auto shutdown.

 

+1 it is definitely this

 

I had the exact same problem a lot time ago (the fan broke lol)

[NoGooD]

Maybe buy a power supply that is able to handle more Watt,because in my eyes it will reduce the temperature,and also a fan with higher RPM?

 

This is not entirely correct.

 

If Dude hasn't already solved his problem. I'd only suggest a higher PSU if his computer is home built vs. OEM and/or he's planning on upgrading components like the GFX card, etc...things which require more power. This will also increase heat inside the case. If it is a home built PC..then a higher wattage PSU is good just to future proof the computer.

 

Also a larger fan like the 12cm fans running at a lower RPM that come on most mid-high end models now are preferable since it helps move more air than a smaller fan running faster and keeps noise quieter. Unless he doesn't care about sound..then go with the biggest..highest wattage, largest, fastest running fan you can find and wear headphones.