Techie question

[cheekbones3]

Hello all! We've got a computer that's just started switching itself off for no apparent reason - it seems like there's something wrong with the power supply as far as I can tell. Is this a common symptom of a worn-out PSU? And if not, what else might it be? (I'm sure it's not the external power supply equipment, as the monitor doesn't go off.

Comments

[cheekbones3.livejournal.com]

I suspect it is more of an age problem - it's never done that in six years, so why should something have got loose now?

I may take you up on that offer - we'll consider options :o)

[imagesandwords.livejournal.com]

so why should something have got loose now?

Because it's just moved home???

[cheekbones3.livejournal.com]

Aye that could be I suppose, but it's been fine for a wee while.