Random Reboots

WHB · 06-24-2004, 06:10 PM

Hello, I started having random reboots yesterday after 3 to 5 min, so I started checking everything I could in the OS with no positive results, so I took everything back to Default settings in the OS, and default in the Bios. I've already checked the memory and everything checked out OK. Any help Please. THKS

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Cogar · 06-24-2004, 06:13 PM

Power problems are the number one suspect for random reboots in my opinion, followed by memory and processor problems. If your memory checked out OK, you might want to try another power supply and see if that helps. Good luck!

zff4 · 06-24-2004, 08:27 PM

Cogar's right. But that Antec is a pretty good PSU. Sasser caused random reboots as well, so better check your AV app to make sure it's up to date as well.

Tapir · 06-24-2004, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zff4

Cogar's right. But that Antec is a pretty good PSU. Sasser caused random reboots as well, so better check your AV app to make sure it's up to date as well.

You are pefectly right. These days in my replies I like to suggest virus checks up front as these succers biggy back as you log in if you are not properly protected. The sysmptoms are usually the same. The 32.bobax.c also causes a "loop" like symptom.

Let me also say that in some instances keyboard incompatibility also can cause reboots.

WHB · 06-24-2004, 09:37 PM

CPU Temps: 29c/84f

MB Temps: 30c/86f

Yes I have taken settings back, but still rebooting. But know it only reboots about once every hour. thks, will check into you guys other suggestions. come to think of it I ran AVG yesterday, and everything checked out OK, running it as I type now.

Update:
Just thought I'd edit this reply, instead of posting new one. Just finished AV check, everythings OK there.

zff4 · 06-24-2004, 09:56 PM

might try bumping up the volts on the mem just a tad, no more than 2.7. OCZ likes a little juice. Try that next. If all else fails after taking the mem out and reseating it, and checking all your connections, then as Cogar says, might have to swap out the PSU...which I hate as it can be a real chore. But I keep a spare just in case.

WHB · 06-24-2004, 10:05 PM

volts already up to 2.85 as rated, will try swapping PSU, and connections, was trying to avoid these options. but have to do, what i have to do.

zff4 · 06-24-2004, 10:08 PM

WHB · 06-24-2004, 10:16 PM

Also I just unchecked Automatic restart in Startup and recovey, so I can get the info that I need, was just reminded. will post back with that info.

WHB · 06-24-2004, 11:04 PM

Received the info that I need to take care of the problem. through the event viewer. I have a lot of reading to do on this issue to resolve the problem. Thks for the help fellows. there are a number of events I need to weed out. To narrow things down. Will keep you posted.

Ice_abx · 06-24-2004, 11:09 PM

Just curious, but what are those events that have caused problems?

06-24-2004, 06:10 PM	#1
WHB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Detroit, Michigan Posts: 40	Random Reboots Hello, I started having random reboots yesterday after 3 to 5 min, so I started checking everything I could in the OS with no positive results, so I took everything back to Default settings in the OS, and default in the Bios. I've already checked the memory and everything checked out OK. Any help Please. THKS __________________ __________________ P4C800-E Deluxe, Bios 1023 Intel 3.2C Ghz 800MHz FSB HTT OCZ Dual Channel Gold 1GB DDR PC-3200 Asus ATI Radeon 9600XT, 128 DDR Thermalright SLK_947 Copper, 92 mm Vantec "Tornado", 2 120mm supplied case fans Antec 550W "True550" Thermaltake Shark Case, Silver 2 Seagate 120GB 7200RPM SATA Drives Raid0 Shuttle CR40 16X DVD Combo Drive Logitech G5 Optical Mouse, and Media Elite Keyboard Windows XP PRO SP2 Detroit, Michigan Interests: A Man of Many Talents
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06-24-2004, 06:13 PM	#2
Cogar Level 15, lawful good Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: It varies, but usually within 100 yards of a keyboard. Posts: 7,222	Power problems are the number one suspect for random reboots in my opinion, followed by memory and processor problems. If your memory checked out OK, you might want to try another power supply and see if that helps. Good luck!
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06-24-2004, 08:27 PM	#3
zff4 Unregistered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Downtown Baltimore Posts: 499	Cogar's right. But that Antec is a pretty good PSU. Sasser caused random reboots as well, so better check your AV app to make sure it's up to date as well.
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06-24-2004, 09:37 PM	#5
WHB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Detroit, Michigan Posts: 40	CPU Temps: 29c/84f MB Temps: 30c/86f Yes I have taken settings back, but still rebooting. But know it only reboots about once every hour. thks, will check into you guys other suggestions. come to think of it I ran AVG yesterday, and everything checked out OK, running it as I type now. Update: Just thought I'd edit this reply, instead of posting new one. Just finished AV check, everythings OK there. __________________ P4C800-E Deluxe, Bios 1023 Intel 3.2C Ghz 800MHz FSB HTT OCZ Dual Channel Gold 1GB DDR PC-3200 Asus ATI Radeon 9600XT, 128 DDR Thermalright SLK_947 Copper, 92 mm Vantec "Tornado", 2 120mm supplied case fans Antec 550W "True550" Thermaltake Shark Case, Silver 2 Seagate 120GB 7200RPM SATA Drives Raid0 Shuttle CR40 16X DVD Combo Drive Logitech G5 Optical Mouse, and Media Elite Keyboard Windows XP PRO SP2 Detroit, Michigan Interests: A Man of Many Talents Last edited by WHB : 06-24-2004 at 09:50 PM.
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06-24-2004, 09:56 PM	#6
zff4 Unregistered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Downtown Baltimore Posts: 499	might try bumping up the volts on the mem just a tad, no more than 2.7. OCZ likes a little juice. Try that next. If all else fails after taking the mem out and reseating it, and checking all your connections, then as Cogar says, might have to swap out the PSU...which I hate as it can be a real chore. But I keep a spare just in case.
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06-24-2004, 10:05 PM	#7
WHB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Detroit, Michigan Posts: 40	volts already up to 2.85 as rated, will try swapping PSU, and connections, was trying to avoid these options. but have to do, what i have to do.
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06-24-2004, 10:08 PM	#8
zff4 Unregistered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Downtown Baltimore Posts: 499	dang
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06-24-2004, 10:16 PM	#9
WHB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Detroit, Michigan Posts: 40	Also I just unchecked Automatic restart in Startup and recovey, so I can get the info that I need, was just reminded. will post back with that info.
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06-24-2004, 11:04 PM	#10
WHB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Detroit, Michigan Posts: 40	Received the info that I need to take care of the problem. through the event viewer. I have a lot of reading to do on this issue to resolve the problem. Thks for the help fellows. there are a number of events I need to weed out. To narrow things down. Will keep you posted. __________________ P4C800-E Deluxe, Bios 1023 Intel 3.2C Ghz 800MHz FSB HTT OCZ Dual Channel Gold 1GB DDR PC-3200 Asus ATI Radeon 9600XT, 128 DDR Thermalright SLK_947 Copper, 92 mm Vantec "Tornado", 2 120mm supplied case fans Antec 550W "True550" Thermaltake Shark Case, Silver 2 Seagate 120GB 7200RPM SATA Drives Raid0 Shuttle CR40 16X DVD Combo Drive Logitech G5 Optical Mouse, and Media Elite Keyboard Windows XP PRO SP2 Detroit, Michigan Interests: A Man of Many Talents Last edited by WHB : 06-24-2004 at 11:10 PM.
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06-24-2004, 11:09 PM	#11
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