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| Thread ID: 100195 | 2009-05-29 11:18:00 | Windows won't install | raydan42 (13837) | Press F1 |
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| 778040 | 2009-05-29 11:18:00 | I am trying to load Microsoft XP Pro on to an old PC, which has had it on a couple of times . There are always critical problems, that need an entire Windows reinstall, and so, I have done this about 5 times . Now, I bought and built a new PC, and the old one was put in storage, because there was no place for it . A month later, I pulled it out finding that the OS started up, and said "Critical Error: blah blah blah . . . ", and it reboot itself . I tried to reinstall Windows, only to find that some files (always different, random ones) were not able to be found . When the install did actually complete properly, it reboot, and went to the next install screen . It would load until a random point, at which it would randomly decide to freeze the install . The time would not move, but the mouse was fine . This was tried over and over, and installed to the finish once . But there were "Files missing", or "Corrupt Files", etc . , and then it wouldn't install any programs . I tried to install the normal drivers I usually install without any hassle, but Windows blocked me, because of the "Potential threat posed by the file" . I soon got fed up, and tried a reinstall . It didn't work . I have now given up, hoping that the internet might help, but have only found similar questions, and no answers . The old PC runs on: 1 . 6 MHz CPU 634MB RAM DVD RW Drive Used to be Windows XP (dual-booted with Linux Ubuntu at one stage) 40GB hard drive If nobody can :help: , I fear I might go :badpc: to my first computer!:dogeye: |
raydan42 (13837) | ||
| 778041 | 2009-05-29 11:39:00 | Sounds like it has a hardware problem. I'm betting it has a horrible PSU like a Hyena or something, which may be the cause of all your problems... |
Agent_24 (57) | ||
| 778042 | 2009-05-29 11:44:00 | Yes, it is a Hyena, 350W, but has been working magnifecently. What brand should I get? | raydan42 (13837) | ||
| 778043 | 2009-05-29 12:17:00 | Well the brands generally regarded as good include Enermax (what I use) Antec, Silverstone, Seasonic, Corsair, Zalman, Thermaltake, Zippy But most of these are high power PSU and would be overkill for your PC High Power or AcBel might be a good choice A Hyena of that age would no doubt have failing/failed capacitors (and is what usually causes the instability problems because the voltages are out of whack/full of ripple noise) However the same could also be said for the capacitors on your mainboard so checking these is a good idea www.badcaps.net will give you a good idea of what to look for and more information If they all look in good order, try the PC with a different PSU. Maybe the one from your good PC. If it works fine then get a new PSU If not it may be RAM or HDD But the last time I saw an old Hyena was in a P4 system. It would turn on but would not POST. Just sit there with blank screen. The capacitors in the PSU were leaking. Replaced the PSU and the PC worked perfectly. |
Agent_24 (57) | ||
| 778044 | 2009-05-29 12:32:00 | Considering the age and the specs I would recommend the cheapest new PSU you can find, you should be able to get something for around $60. If you are planning to use this computer for a work you may want to spend a little more to get an Enermax brand. Sounds like your HD is on its way out too. |
Rob99 (151) | ||
| 778045 | 2009-05-29 20:36:00 | Enermax Antec, Silverstone, Corsair, . And nothing else. |
pctek (84) | ||
| 778046 | 2009-05-29 20:55:00 | Thanks guys, I will definitely have a look at that. | raydan42 (13837) | ||
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