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pc goes on / off at will

2 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/pc-goes-on-off-at-will.60539/

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ravi.xolve Original post #1
Jun 16, 2007 at 11:00 AM
The problem with my pc which began 2-3 days before is that many times during normal operation it goes off without any reson and then it *may* then ve on again. I checked all connection are tight and also all PME events are disabled in BIOS. I use GNU/Linux. Pls help.
club_pranay
club_pranay #2
Jun 16, 2007 at 12:48 PM
please check your cpu temperature! looks like a overheating problem!!
recommended reading.. *www.thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=29033

also check your power cables both in and out of your cabinet. check for loose connections at the back of ur ups.