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So, my computer was crashing a lot lately because of minecraft, is that because I just need a new computer <even though the computer I'm using is pretty new> or is there something I need to update? Any tips you can give would be helpful (btw) My computer is runned off a laptop connected to router, if that helps in any way.

~Thank You, Joey

You'll need to provide a bit more information than that. What message do you get when it crashes? Are you just being disconnected? Does the entire client crash? Do you get an error log? Minecraft will save error logs to your minecraft folder.

Is the computer crashing and BSOD'ing? If it is, check how hot the computer is running (You can download Core Temp for this) and report back here with the results.

Kill it.

Kill it with a BaconCob Sandwich.

The simplest first step is to open it and either vacuum or blow out the dust that may have accumulated. Computers that crash randomly or during heavy use are often overheating. As others have said, more information would be helpful.

cgfirecoral wrote:The simplest first step is to open it and either vacuum or blow out the dust that may have accumulated. Computers that crash randomly or during heavy use are often overheating. As others have said, more information would be helpful.

NEVER, EVER, EVER, EVER, EVER DO THIS. IF YOU TAKE A VACUUM TO A COMPUTER, YOU RUN THE RISK OF FRYING ALMOST EVERY SINGLE COMPONENT INSIDE. IF YOU MUST USE A VACUUM, USE AN ANTI-STATIC ONE.

TechnoProdigy wrote: NEVER, EVER, EVER, EVER, EVER DO THIS. IF YOU TAKE A VACUUM TO A COMPUTER, YOU RUN THE RISK OF FRYING ALMOST EVERY SINGLE COMPONENT INSIDE. IF YOU MUST USE A VACUUM, USE AN ANTI-STATIC ONE.

Okay, my suggestion may have been a little too severe, but so too was this response.
Anytime you open your computer and poke anything inside, you are taking a risk of damaging the components with static discharges. Most people don't have the proper workbench setups and grounding straps for this. So you take it to a pro or take your risks.

Having said all that, take a look at http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutoria ... f-your-pc/ for some good instructions on cleaning the inside of your PC. (And yes, a vacuum is recommended, but not for direct use on the motherboard).

cgfirecoral wrote:

TechnoProdigy wrote: NEVER, EVER, EVER, EVER, EVER DO THIS. IF YOU TAKE A VACUUM TO A COMPUTER, YOU RUN THE RISK OF FRYING ALMOST EVERY SINGLE COMPONENT INSIDE. IF YOU MUST USE A VACUUM, USE AN ANTI-STATIC ONE.

Okay, my suggestion may have been a little too severe, but so too was this response.
Anytime you open your computer and poke anything inside, you are taking a risk of damaging the components with static discharges. Most people don't have the proper workbench setups and grounding straps for this. So you take it to a pro or take your risks.

Having said all that, take a look at http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutoria ... f-your-pc/ for some good instructions on cleaning the inside of your PC. (And yes, a vacuum is recommended, but not for direct use on the motherboard).

My response was extreme because you recommended something which greatly increases the risk of damaging his computer. You don't 'need' a grounding strap to handle computer components; if one is not available, every so often (like whenever your feet move) touch the case or a plugged in Power Supply. This will discharge any static built up.

TechnoProdigy wrote:

cgfirecoral wrote:The simplest first step is to open it and either vacuum or blow out the dust that may have accumulated. Computers that crash randomly or during heavy use are often overheating. As others have said, more information would be helpful.

NEVER, EVER, EVER, EVER, EVER DO THIS. IF YOU TAKE A VACUUM TO A COMPUTER, YOU RUN THE RISK OF FRYING ALMOST EVERY SINGLE COMPONENT INSIDE. IF YOU MUST USE A VACUUM, USE AN ANTI-STATIC ONE.

That's why you use a blower to get all the dust out, or maby even a hair dryer.

So to stop my computer from constantly crashing, I should open it up and blow out the dust?