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    Need help re-installing XP

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by rockmedic109, Oct 6, 2009.

  1. rockmedic109

    rockmedic109 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have a nearly 4 year old m5500. I am trying to re-install XP {USB ports and Standby are failing to work}. So I am trying to re-install XP and start over. If the problems continue, then I think it must be a hardware problem.

    When I try to do the re-install, the computer shuts down on it's own. It seems to shut down at different times during the setup process {always after loading but before I can hit the ESC button that I suspect starts the re-install}.

    Does this activity confirm that it's likely a hardware problem or is it some type of human error that I am not seeing?

    Thank You
    Steve
     
    rockmedic109, Oct 6, 2009
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    mar_tin1 Notebook Consultant

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    One word that will fix all your problems ! W7ndows
     
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    Padmé NBR Super Pink Princess

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    4 years old notebook - I recommend cleaning up the vents and heatsink good and applying new thermal paste first. A memtest would not hurt either. Shutdown can be from heat, bad ram ...
     
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