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This new computer restarts repeatedly during gameplay.

This new computer restarts repeatedly during gameplay.

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TheZenKaiZ_Yt
Member
151
02-26-2016, 12:45 AM
#1
A few days ago I purchased a gaming rig and initially expected a straightforward "Build and play" experience. However, unexpected issues arose. Below are my specifications and the issue details:

Processor: i5 4690k @ 3.5 ghz
Motherboard: OC ASUS STRIX 970
Power Supply: 500w EVGA 80+
Storage: 1 TB 7200RPM HDD
Case: Corsair 100R Case
Cooler: GIGABYTE B85M-DS3H-A MB
Thermal Paste: CRYORIG H7
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury 1866 (white) 8GB RAM (dual channel?)
Monitor: Acer 144hz 1ms 1080p TN 24" display

The problem is that during gameplay, despite strong performance, my PC frequently restarts within a minute. I’m wondering if there’s a solution without replacing any components or if I need to invest more in upgrades.
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TheZenKaiZ_Yt
02-26-2016, 12:45 AM #1

A few days ago I purchased a gaming rig and initially expected a straightforward "Build and play" experience. However, unexpected issues arose. Below are my specifications and the issue details:

Processor: i5 4690k @ 3.5 ghz
Motherboard: OC ASUS STRIX 970
Power Supply: 500w EVGA 80+
Storage: 1 TB 7200RPM HDD
Case: Corsair 100R Case
Cooler: GIGABYTE B85M-DS3H-A MB
Thermal Paste: CRYORIG H7
Memory: Kingston HyperX Fury 1866 (white) 8GB RAM (dual channel?)
Monitor: Acer 144hz 1ms 1080p TN 24" display

The problem is that during gameplay, despite strong performance, my PC frequently restarts within a minute. I’m wondering if there’s a solution without replacing any components or if I need to invest more in upgrades.

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JGood456
Member
168
02-26-2016, 06:42 AM
#2
It could be a driver, PSU, GPU, motherboard or CPU. You'll need to perform some troubleshooting first. I recommend uninstalling the graphics driver using Display Driver Uninstaller and then reinstalling the newest driver. If that doesn't resolve the issue, try testing another PSU in your system.
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JGood456
02-26-2016, 06:42 AM #2

It could be a driver, PSU, GPU, motherboard or CPU. You'll need to perform some troubleshooting first. I recommend uninstalling the graphics driver using Display Driver Uninstaller and then reinstalling the newest driver. If that doesn't resolve the issue, try testing another PSU in your system.

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Connecticut
Junior Member
47
02-28-2016, 01:29 AM
#3
It could be a driver, PSU, GPU, motherboard or CPU. You'll need to perform some troubleshooting first. I recommend uninstalling the graphics driver using Display Driver Uninstaller and then reinstalling the newest driver. If that doesn't resolve the issue, try testing another PSU in your system.
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Connecticut
02-28-2016, 01:29 AM #3

It could be a driver, PSU, GPU, motherboard or CPU. You'll need to perform some troubleshooting first. I recommend uninstalling the graphics driver using Display Driver Uninstaller and then reinstalling the newest driver. If that doesn't resolve the issue, try testing another PSU in your system.

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BRNT_TOST
Junior Member
16
02-28-2016, 07:11 AM
#4
determine your ideal temperatures and verify them.
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BRNT_TOST
02-28-2016, 07:11 AM #4

determine your ideal temperatures and verify them.