Computer in a downward spiral

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Torn

Limp Gawd
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Hey folks. So my computer has never worked right for more than a couple months. About two years ago, I put a new PSU in the system to fix the random reboots. Then, I had to ship the video card off to BFG since I got constant graphic issues and hangs. Now, my computer just turns itself off. This has so far only happened while playing D&D Online and while trying to patch FFXI. Once its off, though, I have to unplug it for a few seconds before it will boot back up. Its an old system and I'm thinking that the mobo is just on its last legs. Any comments appreciated. System in sig.
 
Since you have to unplug the power cable to get it to boot again, I would suspect the power supply again. Possibly motherboard, or heat issue. Check to make sure all fans work, and that CPU cooler is seated correctly.

DDO rules!!
 
I think I'll just have to flex the credit card over at Frys (with a list from Newegg for price comparison) sometime soon. Its just...so old.

The case above the PSU gets very warm when it shuts off like this. It probably is the PSU as suggested which makes me think that the mobo and/or cpu are causing the PSU to fail since its not the first time I've had to replace it. Maybe if I just cut a hole in the case above the PSU and put a fan blowing on it...yeesh.
 
I can't recall what PSU it is but I recall trying to get a good one when I bought it. Will have to double check and make sure I didn't buy something shoddy. It is possible that the whole system is just not cooled properly. Might be time to take the side off for awhile and see if that helps.
 
think your pc is overheating. For years now the trick for testing that is take the side off of you case and aim a house fan (Box fan or oscilliating ) at the pc. If it doesn't misbehave something is overheating. In your case however just check and ensure that the PSU fan is spinning when you turn the pc on. with how you describe the case getting hot right above the PSU it makes me suspect that you have the airflow to your PSU blocked in some way.
 
Well, all the fans are turning. Took the side of the case off and...well, played DDO for about a half hour with no issues. Downloading the patches for FFXI (which caused a power down before) right now with no issues. So thats a relief...should get me through till I build my new system.
 
post here what parts your looking at so we can guide you on your purchase. lots of guys here can recommend some good builds at whatever your budget is.
 
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