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Computer runs then shuts off after several minutes

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#1 ·
Hi

Here are my specs:
Antec True Power trio 650 watt
Intel core 2 duo e4300
XFX 8600GTS
Gigabyte P965 mobo

I have had my comp for a year, all of a sudden it shut off. Then I got it to finally boot, but now it shuts off after a couple of minutes. All the cables are in and plugged correctly. What also happened is that I removed the CPU heatsink for a minute then replaced it. All the fans work properly and when the computer shuts off all the fans go off at the same time. What is the problem? I propose that the Power Supply is damaged somehow or that the CPU is overheating..

Can somebody please help? Thanks
 
#4 ·
When you remove the heatsink from the processor you need to clean the bottom of the heatsink and the processor heatspreader using high purity isopropyl or denatured alcohol until both surfaces are perefctly clean and dry.

Purchase some thermal compound and follow the compound manufacturers instructions for applying the compound. Reseat the cooler to the processor, and this should solve your problem.
 
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