Rob;
Nothing wrong with running without the cover,
But the computer has been running for years with the cover
so a problem has developed.
I would guess the cpu fan is tired and is running at slow rpms.
Install a new larger heatsink/fan (if space permits) using a small amount of
 thermal compound between the cpu slug and the heatsink
If it's really dusty use a air compressor if you can access one,
to lightly blow out the computer and power supply.
<>< Larry Fisk
         Fisk Computers
           Fruitvale, Idaho

----- Original Message -----
From: "Rob Cilia" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, July 24, 2002 10:02 AM
Subject: [PCBUILD] problems with compaq presario desktop


> Hello to Everyone:  I have a friend who has a compaq presario desktop pc.
> Recently she has had problems with her pc blue screening randomly.  It
seems
> to happen 30-45min. after she boots up her pc.  I noticed that her pc was
> running extremely hot, I removed the case and noticed that the pc was very
> dusty inside so I used some canned air and removed the dust from inside
the  pc.

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