HELP! Computer locks up after cpu upgrade

[Legend22]

Hello, I am sure someone else has run into this problem but here it is. I just upgraded my compaq celeron 600mhz computer to a 1.2ghz celeron. I had to use a FC-PGA2 to FC-PGA convertor for Tualatin core cpu with a heatsink and fan. I have also installed a 60gb HDD a few months back and have since hooked up a new 15" flat panel monitor. These are the only two changes to the system. I will say its a huge improvement over the 600mhz cpu. But after about 10-15 min while on the net the computer will freeze, the only way to free it is with a hard boot. I am thinking its my power supply is not sufficent enough as its a 145w factory. After one shutdown I felt the heatsink and it was not hot, so I do not think its getting to hot unless maybe the HDD is ? I have ordered a 400w power supply which should be here anytime. Any thoughts or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
Dave :?:

 

[Legend22]

Yes, My motherboard does support the new cpu it, Bios is current as well. Maybe another thought the HDD's are too close and overheating.

Thanks for the reply
Dave

 

[Jagger]

The PSU sounds like a reasonable idea. However, check to see if there are new chipset drivers (from the MB mfg) and CPU drivers (from Intel).

 

[rodney_ws]

If you think your power supply is right on the edge as far as having enough power... why not unplug the power cable to your CD-ROM/DVD, your floppy and unhook any non-critical USB devices... boot and see if you're able to get past your lockup... also, I always like to run Memtest86 when things seem a bit crazy.

 

[Legend22]

I tried unplugging one of my hard drives and that didnt see to change anything I also unplugged my cd burner and didnt changed. I think the psu is part of the problem and maybe the HDD is overheating, but I was running both hard drives toegther with the 600mhz processor with no problems. The heatsink is positioned IAW the manufacture instructions, I still have 386mb of free ram so memory's not an issue. I will check again for drivers, there is none for the motherboard as its from Compaq MOD 06C0H but I will check again for the CPU. Thank you for all the input.

Dave

 

[rodney_ws]

Memtest86 tests for bad memory modules... although based on what you describe I don't think that's your problem.

I had a P3-800 way back in the day that had unusual lockups and bluescreens at random intervals... a new power supply resolved all of that systems issues and it's still in use today by my step-dad. Good luck!

 

[Legend22]

I ran memtest no problems there, I am frustrated. Help.. :x

David

 

[C6RVette]

Hi..,

.... found this reference, thought it 'might' help.., in case you haven't come across this page yet. :?


http://support.intel.com/support/processors/celeron/sb/CS-007450.htm

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[Legend22]

Thanks, Yeah been there done that.

 

[AntiHax0r]

Um... if you can try tipping the voltage up just a notch.. to increase stability, I had similar problems with my slot1 to FC-PGA2 Powerleap adapter(Celly1200) Windows 98SE might not like it if you do it, but that could be just my mobo at the time.

 

[Legend22]

Thanks I will try that if I am able to, I am running winxp upgrade from win98se maybe XP is the problem.

Dave