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The computer stops responding
NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system
shutdown.
T
URN THE COMPUTER OFF — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a
key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button
for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off, then restart your
computer.
A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly
END THE PROGRAM —
1
Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously to access the Task Manager.
2
Click the
Applications
tab.
3
Click to select the program that is no longer responding.
4
Click
End Task
.
NOTE: The chkdsk program may run when you restart the computer. Follow the
instructions on the screen.
C
HECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION — If necessary, uninstall and then
reinstall the program. Software usually includes installation instructions in its
documentation or on a floppy disk or CD.
A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft
®
Windows
®
operating
system
RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD —
Windows XP:
The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an
environment similar to non-XP operating system environments.
1
Click
Start
→
All Programs
→
Accessories
→
Program Compatibility
Wizard
→
Next
.
2
Follow the instructions on the screen.
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