Windows XP Start up and reset problem

tekzor

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I installed windows xp pro SP2 on my friends computer- with the installation going smooth. Now sometimes when he boots up his comp and goes into the desktop - his comp theme changes into something windows 2000 esque and the computer immediately restarts. Sometimes it load the desktop wallpaper and then immediately restarts. What is causing this?