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Hal Trachtenberg <[log in to unmask]>
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PCBUILD - Personal Computer Hardware discussion List <[log in to unmask]>
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Sat, 3 Mar 2001 03:40:48 -0500
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> In regards to Computer turning itself off at anytime
>
>     Dzingai,
> Check the connections on the motherboard,
> meaningly the Power connections, and also ensure the CPU is placed in
> firmly.
>
> The CPU not being in place is one very good reason why the PC may power it
> self off,
>
> If all else fails try another motherboard as the one you may have just
> maybe
> faulty.
>
> If there was a problem with your memory it would of come up with an error.
>
> Regards,
> Daniel
> Pacpacific Australia

Another possibility that should be considered is if the CPU is overheating.
Open the case and make sure the CPU fan is working. Also, try working with
the computer with the case open for a few days and see if it still happens.

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