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Answer» My computer has started to crash as of late. I've only had it for 8 months!
I am running:
CPU: P4 prescott (3.0Ghz)
Mobo: Abit IS7-E2
RAM: 2 1GB DDR3200 (Dual CHANNEL)
Video: Geforce 6600 256
Sound: Soundblaster Live 24-bit
Drives:
HD: Hitachi 160GB 7200
Standard Floppy
Sony 12x DVD
Samsung 12x CD-R/RW and DVD+-R/RW
OS: Windows XP Home
I've been having constant problems with installing software. I get CRC errors constantly and I keep getting errors that say that files don't match their counterparts in setup's .CAB file. My computer also erroneously restarts without any explanation. Any help would be appreciated.Try this and let us know!!What are your system temperatures? Are your fans running properly?I just recovered from a serious error according to windows...It says it is due to a hardware issue, but all of my drivers are up to date and everything seems to be working. Also, I've run memtest and have no idea what i'm supposed to be looking for to determine whether my memory is good/bad.
Yes, my fans are running properly-all 3 of them. According to Temp guage my Computer is running at around 84 degrees fahrenheit.About testing memory. . .
this articleTesting the memory is a very good idea.
You should also scan for Viruses, Trojan Horses and spyware.
Virus scanners
AVG Free
-- Anti virus scanner
Trend Micro Housecall
-- Online anti virus scanner.
Anti spy/malware
Microsoft Antispyware
-- Anti spyware scanner. Windows XP Home and Professional only.
Spybot Search & Destroy
-- Anti spyware scanner
Adaware SE Personal
-- Anti spyware scanner
Firewalls
Use both a hardware and software FIREWALL.
Be advised as dual software firewalls may cause problems
ZoneAlarm Free
-- Free firewall - more user friendly
Sygate Personal
-- Free firewall - more configuration options
Removal tools
The following files are not substitutes for the ones described above.
They are either DIAGNOSTIC tools or removal tools for malware of a certain kind
HijackThis
-- Manual malware remover. Post the HijackThis log generated only if requested!
McAfee Stinger
-- Virus removal tool. No substitute for a fully functional virus scanner!
CWshredder
-- CoolWebSearch removal tool. Widely known and persistant Hijacker. I pulled out one of the memory sticks and I was actually able to go through an installation without any errors. How can i determine if it's the RAM that's bad or the Mobo slot? Plus, that crash I mentioned in the last post, could it have been due to memory? The error report thingy on Microsoft.com said it was due to a hardware issue, possibly a driver, but could the memory have been the problem?
Thanks for the help.
There's no spyware, adware, or viruses on my computer.Pull the other memory stick. put the stick you want to test in the other slot. turn on your computer. If you hear beeps, but the computer does not come on, that is an indicator that it is the RAM.
Quote About testing memory. . .
this article
Also see this excellent tool which is very easy to use and nearly automated.I'm almost positive that it was the one memory stick now...I pulled the one I'm using now that works and replaced it with the evil one and it blue screened after windows loaded.
Thanks for the help guys!Did the ram show up in the bios setup!how do i check? All I know is that with the stick I'm using now, I can install programs without errors and windows runs.
If I use the other one I blue screen...
Once again thanks for the help. Luckily the memory is under warranty and I'll be getting another stick shortly!Are these sticks matched! if you need the bios setupYes, the sticks match. They were installed by Cyberpowerinc.com when I ordered the computer from them. One appears to have gone bad though. I'm about to run a memory diagnostic on the other one right now, just to be sure.
check your events log>control panel/admin tools/perfomance..............it may also be a trojan! How long has it been like this !
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