Re: [tlug] Is it the hardware or the software killing my laptop?

[Jon Povey <jon@example.com>]

On 03/06/2010 02:58, Dave M G wrote:
> I've got a nice little Panasonic "Let's Note" laptop, with Ubuntu Lucid
> installed. Has served me well for a couple years now.
>
> Recently, it's been crashing.
...
> Anyone have any suggestions as to what I might do to find the problem?
> I'd like to be sure what I'm dealing with before I consider replacing
> the laptop.

Could be overheating due to dust buildup, or fan failure.

Try opening it up and cleaning it out (airduster cans are good - do it 
outside!) and check the fans are running.

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Jon