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Which is still easier to understand. ....Maynard is just behind Seth.

Can i remind you of this : ROFL Just joking :)

I've got the manual here somewhere...... lol

Hi wardyboyo Welcome back to ExtremeTech.support - Free PC Help The CPU fan must work because the CPU will get hot and cause the shutdowns. So if the fan is not working properly you must get a new fan. But first try cleaning it.

open your web browser on the laptop in the address line type "192.168.2.1" without the qoutes. Login to your router, Go to wireless settings and check what is the channel and what mode it uses?

Did you follow the instructions in that link? Tell us if you dont understand any of the steps there and we'll try and explain :)

Is the laptop you are using to connect to the internet now connecting to the router wirelessly or cable?

Dont worry most of us are still learning. I'll check the link now

Also do all these scans : Malware is the term used to describe computer infections such as Adware, Spyware, Viruses, and Trojan Horses. You will need to run at least two malware scanners as well as an Antivirus scanner that are listed in the following instructions. Anti-Malware and Anti-Virus scanners perform different tasks. The reason to run multiple scanners is to ensure that no single scanner is missing something. The time it takes will vary depending on your system and your internet connection. Typically the SUPERAntiSpyware and Malwarebytes scanners will take between 30 and 90 minutes. The Eset online scan should take between 1 and 3 hours. In most cases, these scans will suffice to clean and disinfect your computer. For best results print the following instructions and bookmark this Web page To keep this guide printer-friendly, use your cursor to highlight the contents below. From your browser select File - Print and in the printer dialog box under "Print range" click the Selection choice to print out these instructions for removal of malware. http://kixhelp.com/wr/images-freepchelp/printer-selection.gif __________________________________________________ ________________________________ Follow these instructions carefully. Download ATF-Cleaner from Snapfiles.com to remove "junk" files from your computer that may contain malware. You can also download it from Majorgeeks.com When you run ATF-Cleaner, check the items as shown below for Main. For FireFox, be sure to click on the FireFox tab on top and check the items as shown below for FireFox NOTE: If you don't have FireFox or Opera installed then they will be grayed out and can be ignored Then click on "Empty Selected".http://kixhelp.com/wr/images-freepchelp/atf-cleaner01.gif . http://kixhelp.com/wr/images-freepchelp/atf-cleaner02.gif __________________________________________________ _______________________________ Install and run the free version (not the Professional version) of SUPERAntiSpyware from www.superantispyware.comAccept any prompts to allow SUPERAntiSpyware to install the latest rules and infection definition files. You do not have to send them your e-mail address, just click next. You can leave the automated check for updates on. You can uncheck "Send a diagnostic report to research center" if you don't want to send the information. DO NOT allow SUPERAntiSpyware to protect your Home Page settings. On the Top Left select the Scan your computer button. Make sure there is a CHECK MARK on all Fixed Drives. Click "Perform a Complete Scan". Click "Next" and reboot the computer when prompted to do so.__________________________________________________ _________________________________________ Install and run Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware from this link. Malwarebytes - click to directly download the application Accept all defaults for the installer and then click on the Quick Scan and click Next. If any items are found allow it to clean them and then Reboot your computer. Disable your internet security by right clicking on its icon (usually located in the system tray next to the time display) and choosing "Exit", "Disable", or "Shut Down". Run an online scan with Eset from http://www.eset.com/onlinescan You must use Internet Explorer for this online scan. FireFox, Opera, etc will not work for this scan. Accept the terms and click "Start". Once the scanner is ready, check "Remove found threats" AND "Scan unwanted applications". Click "Start" to begin the scan. When completed restart your computerMake sure your internet security is enabled, and then please return to ExtremeTech.support - Free PC Help and tell us how the computer seems to be operating. At that time, you will receive instructions to assist you in removing malicious programs from your Add/Remove program list if warranted.

Go to network connections right-click on the one you use select properties. Click on TCP/IP and click properties. An you'll see there if it is set to automatic. Post back for any further assistance.

Hi DSTM I know most mods is gonna say dont run reg repair software. But wait for seth to look at the log

Also after doing the above do a system update from the microsoft website. Here is the link for the site : microsoft update If you have or had an HP printer or scanner have a look : here Also have a look at this : Microsoft Support

Hi mapoole Welcome to ExtremeTech.support - Free PC Help First do the following to eliminate malware as the cause Your computer could be infected with Malware. Malware is the term used to describe computer infections such as Adware, Spyware, Viruses, and Trojan Horses. You will need to run at least two malware scanners as well as an Antivirus scanner that are listed in the following instructions. Anti-Malware and Anti-Virus scanners perform different tasks. The reason to run multiple scanners is to ensure that no single scanner is missing something. The time it takes will vary depending on your system and your internet connection. Typically the SUPERAntiSpyware and Malwarebytes scanners will take between 30 and 90 minutes. The Eset online scan should take between 1 and 3 hours. In most cases, these scans will suffice to clean and disinfect your computer. For best results print the following instructions and bookmark this Web page To keep this guide printer-friendly, use your cursor to highlight the contents below. From your browser select File - Print and in the printer dialog box under "Print range" click the Selection choice to print out these instructions for removal of malware. http://kixhelp.com/wr/images-freepchelp/printer-selection.gif __________________________________________________ ________________________________ Follow these instructions carefully. Download ATF-Cleaner from Snapfiles.com to remove "junk" files from your computer that may contain malware. You can also download it from Majorgeeks.com When you run ATF-Cleaner, check the items as shown below for Main. For FireFox, be sure to click on the FireFox tab on top and check the items as shown below for FireFox NOTE: If you don't have FireFox or Opera installed then they will be grayed out and can be ignored Then click on "Empty Selected".http://kixhelp.com/wr/images-freepchelp/atf-cleaner01.gif . http://kixhelp.com/wr/images-freepchelp/atf-cleaner02.gif __________________________________________________ _______________________________ Install and run the free version (not the Professional version) of SUPERAntiSpyware from www.superantispyware.comAccept any prompts to allow SUPERAntiSpyware to install the latest rules and infection definition files. You do not have to send them your e-mail address, just click next. You can leave the automated check for updates on. You can uncheck "Send a diagnostic report to research center" if you don't want to send the information. DO NOT allow SUPERAntiSpyware to protect your Home Page settings. On the Top Left select the Scan your computer button. Make sure there is a CHECK MARK on all Fixed Drives. Click "Perform a Complete Scan". Click "Next" and reboot the computer when prompted to do so.__________________________________________________ _________________________________________ Install and run Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware from this link. Malwarebytes - click to directly download the application Accept all defaults for the installer and then click on the Quick Scan and click Next. If any items are found allow it to clean them and then Reboot your computer. Disable your internet security by right clicking on its icon (usually located in the system tray next to the time display) and choosing "Exit", "Disable", or "Shut Down". Run an online scan with Eset from http://www.eset.com/onlinescan You must use Internet Explorer for this online scan. FireFox, Opera, etc will not work for this scan. Accept the terms and click "Start". Once the scanner is ready, check "Remove found threats" AND "Scan unwanted applications". Click "Start" to begin the scan. When completed restart your computerMake sure your internet security is enabled, and then please return to ExtremeTech.support - Free PC Help and tell us how the computer seems to be operating. At that time, you will receive instructions to assist you in removing malicious programs from your Add/Remove program list if warranted.

Hi Make sure you obtain an IP address automatically on the pc.

Hi We are always here to help :) Also thank you for your patience as i know it can be frustrating when a pc doesn't work.

Hi Just also does this happen with all cd's or only some?

Also look here

Hi shrimply Have a look here : vistaicons

I agree. But you can also try what Kelly suggested.

Hi Helen Good to hear you can use your pc again. And do ask if we can help with anything.

Hi StukDuk Welcome to ExtremeTech.support - Free PC Help. We are even still learning :D

Hi Does your pc have the diagnostic lights at the back as here

As it does not freeze in safe mode i think this could be a driver conflict. Go to device Manager and see it there is any yellow exclamation marks or red X's. Safe mode normally loads minimal drivers.

Hi Helen Welcome to ExtremeTech.support - Free PC Help Does it reboot at the same place everytime? Can you go into safe mode? Do this by tapping F8 at startup and choose safe mode. Do you get any error messages?

Just to clarify you say its working fine in safe mode? Doesnt freeze at all? I would also recommend doing a scan with trend micro housecall its an online scan. I know its a lot of scans but you have to elimenate all malware. You can find the online scan here : HouseCall. Let us know the results.