PC is shutting down

Basje4

Hi im playing Cross Fire since a few weeks. first i didn't had any problems but now when im playing sometimes my computer just shutsdown in the middle of a match. I don't know how this could happen? does someone have a solution to this problem??

ps sorry if the english isn't correct im from Holland:P

Kapers

It's most likely that your computer's power source is bad. Try making sure that your power cord is plugged in all the way, and if that doesn't won't try finding another plug outlet.

Ramsin2

It also may be that your computer is getting overheated while playing.
Check your fans to see if their all working fine.

Basje4

Ramsin2 wrote: »

It also may be that your computer is getting overheated while playing.
Check your fans to see if their all working fine.

what are fans???:P

Ramsin2

Basje4 wrote: »

what are fans???:P

They are 'coolers' which help keep your desktop cool and stop it from being fried.

[Greycloak]

System shutdowns can happen for a variety of reasons. If your computer is otherwise stable then the power supply is most likely not an issue. Likewise, if you can play other games without it resetting, overheating is probably not the issue. Windows is configured by default to reset the computer in the event of a major system error (Blue Screen of Death). Try disabling the automatic restart using the instructions here:

http://pcsupport.about.com/b/2007/02/18/disable-automatic-restart-in-windows-xp.htm

Once that is done start the game and wait for it to cause the error. If a BSOD comes up, take note of any drivers and errors that are listed, especially the STOP error code. Post that information here and I will see if I can figure it out for you.

The most common cause of this problem is out of date video drivers or a failing video card.