Computer crashing after few minutes of use, then repeatedly reboots -help

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Stattracklcd

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I bought a Alienware x51 r2 two years ago, and just after about a year started getting slower and slower, today it started freezing after a little bit of use, then it reboots repeatedly until its turn on (then then goes back to part 1)

I do have time to change some settings if that is the issue. I really hope it isn't a problem with my hardware.

If you have any idea,need more info or having the same issue please reply

The specs are listed here
https://www.cnet.com/products/alienware-x51-r2-core-i7-4770-3-4-ghz-8-gb-1-tb-ax51r29300bk/specs/

Thank you
 
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Natsukage
Oh, was posting too much at the same time. xD

Usually, repairing a video card isn't feasible. You're better off buying a new card.

I think you can pretty much buy any video card for this PC? A good upgrade would be a GTX 1060 or similar. Your supply is 330W, so anything more powerful might give issues.
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Stattracklcd

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i just cleaned my computer a few hours ago, and that didnt help

 
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You mean it resets randomly? On/OFF?

If so, then I suggest you start by changing your thermal paste, if you have any available. That will rule out your CPU overheating. Next step would be checking the RAM or PSU.

If you still have a Dell warranty though, this might ruin it.
 
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Stattracklcd

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Sorry I didn't reply... the computing is turning off/crashing then rebooting on then off... it will do that for a bit then will let me turn it on , I think it may be over heating.. when it was about to crash the core clock went down to zero
 
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No problem, you do not need to quote for others to answer. I was simply away.

All CPU need thermal paste for a good contact. If you are capable, remove the CPU cooler, clean it completely, then change the thermal paste, and re-install it. Then check for stability.

If you have a power supply available that fits in this pc, I suggest trying it as well, but these PC usually have a custom power supply.

If you do not think you are capable of removing the CPU cooler, then I suggest bringing it in to a repair shop or get a qualified friend to check it out for you.
 
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Stattracklcd

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i forgot to reply. i fixed the issue it was caused by overheating i just updated a few drivers
 
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Stattracklcd

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that was a false alarm after posting it my computer crashed, its an issue with my videocard,

my video card isnt being detected by my computer (at ALL) its currently using the inigrated graphics

if you know how to fix it please reply


(and also its not a laptop)
 
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Oh, was posting too much at the same time. xD

Usually, repairing a video card isn't feasible. You're better off buying a new card.

I think you can pretty much buy any video card for this PC? A good upgrade would be a GTX 1060 or similar. Your supply is 330W, so anything more powerful might give issues.
 
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