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Fixing Windows Boxes that Crash After Blackouts?

Posted by Cliff on from the smells-like-a-hardware-issue dept.

UnseenTomorrow asks: "Everytime there's a power outage in my house, my Gateway computer crashes. It's only 2.5 yrs old. After the crash the computer just will not allow Windows to boot (yes, this includes "Safe Mode" and every other boot option in that menu). Should I explicitly say that I'm tired of rebuilding or restoring the image everytime? Does anyone have any idea of what could be the problem. I've other computers running fine after the power outage with the same OS but different hardware manufacturer. Any clues or suggestions would be greatly appreciated."

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  1. UPS by nerd65536 · · Score: 1, Redundant

    Just buy a UPS to allow your (screwed up (use Linux!)) operating system shut down.

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  2. Another Ask Slashdot by Johnny+Mnemonic · · Score: 0, Redundant

    "My printer won't print and gives an error of 'PC-Load Letter'. Can someone tell me please how to get my printer working?"

    News for Nerds indeed. Someone please email me at relevancy@regained.com when this site no longer is worse than C-Net forums.

    PS this question would have been marginally interesting if the OS in question was Linux. But as it is, please go ask your 13 year old kid how to keep windows running.

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