compaq s3000z automatically powering off

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With an Athlon processor PC, you always think of heat-related issues as
these processors can run pretty hot. Open the side of the PC and check for
dust clogging the processor fan/heatsink. A small can of compressed air is
helpful in cleaning out any "bunnies" there.
HH

"djs1w" <scott.woodall@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:ef561376.0411151754.19ef14bd@posting.google.com...
>I have had the compaq s3000z for over a year and a half now. Lately,
> after about 45 minutes of use, my computer will power off for no
> aparent reason.
>
> I've tried loading different operating systems, with the same result.
> Win2k, WinXP Prof, and Windows Media Edition 2005.
>
> After the machine powers itself off, I have to unplug the power cord,
> wait 15-20 minutes, plug it back in before the computer will turn back
> on. Nothing shows up in the event log.
>
> I've never seen anything like this and was looking for some help or
> ideas. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance...
>
> dj