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    looking for a program that tell me what caused my computer to lock up

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by andrew.brandon, Sep 5, 2007.

  1. andrew.brandon

    andrew.brandon Notebook Evangelist

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    I know there are programs that keep a file of everything the computer is doing and what error's occur. I am having a hard time tracking down what is causing my computer to lock up when I play games. its not my temps, I have tested the memory, underclocked the CPU and memory, and changed the vid card drivers several times, ran 3dmark and orthos back to back many times and everything seems good. I am at my wits end here. any suggestions?
     
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    AKAJohnDoe Mime with Tourette's

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    Event Viewer?
     
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    gerryf19 I am the walrus

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    how did you test the memory?

    I ask this because on many occassions memory tests OK but is still the culprit with a lock up. If you can, remove one stick at a time and see if the problem repeats


    Did you update the program that locks up to latest patches (games are notorious for constant patches)
     
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