Freezing up- Computer problem...Any advice ?

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I didn't read the entire thread, but from what I've read so far everyone seems to believe this is a hardware-related problem. What makes you think that? Most freezes/crashes result from bad drivers (eg. poorly written software).

Has the computer frozen up following the clean-install of Windows? What other program(s) have you installed afterwards?

 

Thanks for the advice. This is my next step. Power supplies are so cheap and
I have replaced it in the past so I can give it a try. I have eliminated quite a bit from what may be the cause and there is only ps and motherboard left.
I am not familiar with cpu's failing so I have not even placed effort into that.

 

This is a valid point. I have always felt buying quality individual parts was the way to go. I still feel it is a good approach but I can understand what you are saying here.

 

Hey schizo thanks for the questions.

Yes the computer froze repeatedly after the clean install. The hard drive is newer also.
I keep the computer clean of too many programs. I just keep the brokers installed and Multicharts and NinjaTrader.
I am primary user of MC.
I have a screenimage tool from Fastone installed and Microsoft security essentials also a copy of EmsisoftAntimalware.
My defrag and Asus software. That is about it. The computer is just for trading.

 

if you want to view that bsod uncheck reboot on failure.

 

Thank you very much. I have unchecked reboot, possibly I will catch that message.

 

TIKI,

just a suggestion.....you may try this tune-up program
http://www.iolo.com/

I never tried iolo, but I purchased another cheaper tuneup360 www.tuneup360.com

 

TIKI

Try searching on google images for:

faulty capacitors motherboard

The pictures show examples of a very common problem that can affect any electronic equipment containing electrolytic capacitors. Its often seen in power supply circuits on PC mainboards, in PC power supplies, in monitors, TVs etc. The capacitors are etched on the top to allow them to split open should they become pressurised. Some of the electrolyte can appear on the top and dry as a brown crust, or possibly around the base there may be signs of dampness. Even if the capacitors don't split they can dry out internally and develop electrical leakage. One solution, other than replacing the mainboard, is to replace any capacitors that are showing signs of splitting or bulging.

This may or may not be the cause of the problems you are having but it is another possibility.

 

Thanks so much. I am not familiar with this program but I have looked at the site and it looks like a very good tool.