Windows 10: Is my PC bricked?

Discus and support Is my PC bricked? in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Hi I’m running Win10 on my hp laptop. I’ve had since 2019 It recently updated but the update caused problems. Crashes, unplayable video etc. I went to... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Jason Price2, Oct 23, 2023.

  1. Is my PC bricked?


    Hi I’m running Win10 on my hp laptop. I’ve had since 2019 It recently updated but the update caused problems. Crashes, unplayable video etc. I went to restore the system to before the update but forgot to plug in the computer and system restore failed due to battery death. Now when I boot up I can’t even get past the HP logo without crashing and windows forcing a restart only to have the same thing happen over and over againWhen Winrecovery is launched I’ve gone to the trouble shooter, start up repair, system restore, cmnd prompt you name it. I feel like I’ve tried every option. Even resetti

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    Jason Price2, Oct 23, 2023
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  2. PC Build Steps

    Ok just because I like steps i am going to create some steps. Please give me the stamp of approval/disapproval
    • Install system in case
      • Remember to connect SSD and optical to same SATA ports on motherboard
    • Turn on PC
    • setup HDD
    • run blend test in prime95 for 30-60 min
      • run realtemp at the same time
    • While in Prime95 test
      • if CPU goes above 70c in RealTemp, I have a leaky CPU
      • if my system locks up or blue screens, there is an instability in the system somewhere
      • if my system does not lock up or blue screen, my CPU is not damaged and I am in the clear!
    What do you guys think??
     
    anandsap123, Oct 23, 2023
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    NavyLCDR, Oct 23, 2023
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  4. Is my PC bricked?

    Cheap Photo box that will get the job done

    WEll i took on this project for PP hes a hardware reviewer and wants to get the professional looking pics for the Pc parts

    Materials:
    • Big cardboard box
    • a razor
    • white material 3 yards
    • cone lights
    • stapler
    • medical tape
    • pvc pipe about 6 inches longer than your box
    • white paint any cheap finger paint would work
    the project I'm guessing will cost me $30 if it works out properly
    I will post pictures and step by step as i do it
     
    MomentoMoir, Oct 23, 2023
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