This did the trick! Thank you so very much!

On 7/29/2012 4:02 AM, Blaine Clark wrote:
> When laptops shut down without being prompted, this typically 
> indicates that the unit is overheating, has a malfunctioning battery 
> or requires a software or BIOS update. While isolating the problem can 
> be time-consuming, correcting the problem is fairly simple.
>
> Instructions
>
> 1 Make sure that there aren't any obstructions to the air vents. A 
> buildup of dust on the internals will also prevent good cooling. Check 
> to make sure that your fan is working. These will cause overheating 
> and make the laptop shut down. Remove all power, remove the laptop 
> battery and unplug the charger, open all hatches and blow out any 
> areas you have access to with compressed air. This should dislodge any 
> obstructions.
>
> 2 Retrain the battery, which may have lost its ability to hold a 
> complete charge. Unplug the laptop and use the battery until it runs 
> out. Once dead, plug the laptop in, turn it off and recharge the 
> battery in full. This may take at least 8 to 12 hours. Repeat this 
> process at least three times. Verify that your charger is indeed 
> charging the battery. If it isn't, check all connections and if all 
> are OK, get a new charger. If the battery refuses to take a full 
> charge or refuses to hold a charge after the retraining, get a new 
> battery.
>
> 3 Check for BIOS updates on the laptop manufacturer's website.
>
> 4 Check for operating-system updates.


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