why does my computer's processor spike every minute or two?
472632
Its better to ctc compaq to solve the probl or u can run the compaq installer cd. Remember to take the backup of ur data first.
820496
It could be a couple of problems. It could be that the processor is overheating and you might need to get a new fan or reapply the thermal glue. It could be a bad power supply or power supply cable. I don't think it is a virus for the simple fact that even the deadly boot sector viruses show signs after it does POST. I would take it into a computer tech shop or the Geek Squad and find out what they say. Good luck.
1119303
sounds like an overheating problem.....when you changed the processor did you use the old heatsink/fan? is the fan working properly? try changing the heatsink/fan and use a good heat transfer paste like artic silver 5
482797
MAYBE VIRUSES ITS THE MAIN REASON OR U HAVE INSTALLED SOME PROGRAM THAT NEED A HIGH PROCESSING OR FINALLY THERE IS LOT OF PROGRAMS THAT START UP WHEN U START UR PC SO FIND THE REASON
912870
It sound like you are not maintaining the laptop properly.  You should run the defragmentation utility (search google to figure out where it is located), if you don't have an antivirus program download AVG and run and upgrade it regularly.  Download Adaware to get rid of spyware and upgrade it regularly and run it regularly.  If you are on a 56K modem then upgrade to DSL or cable modem.\n\nYour CPU is plenty fast and you have enough RAM.  You might also upgrade XP to the latest version of XP if you have not already done so.
432385
it seems to be an overclocking problem - the system became instable. reset all clocking values back to the defaults.
647869
1. Check the fan, if the cooling system is bad the processor will automatically step down its speed\n2. Remove all spyware and viruses by installing a good antivirus software\n3. Make sure you un install all software that you dont need. Any thing that runs in the back ground such as database services etc.\n4. Check how much RAM is currently being utilised and which processes are taking max cpu time. That might give you an indication which program is slowing it down.\n5. Check memory for consistency by doing a memchk from command prompt. Also check that CMOS setup detects the right amount of memory installed (2GB in your case)\n6. Try using Firefox browser. Its more resilient to spyware etc.
725447
Open the Windows Task Manager (press Ctrl-Alt-Del on the keyboard), go to the Processes tab and see which process is hogging the CPU.  Then post here again...
206661
Try buying the latest version of Norton Anti-Virus, it sould like you have Spyware...a type of "virus" that slows your computor down.
678424
pretty simple, install the program CPU-Z (it's free)\nhttp://www.cpuid.com
653386
It sounds to me like the system may have suffered from a static electric discharge or some kind of elctricity has passed through the processor. I know this because the pins are black and it is usually cause from electrical burns from some source of electricity. You could have left the computer on during a lighting storm or you could have experienced a power surge or brownout or spike in your house. Now this does not happen immediately but over time it can cause internal parts to become like that.
790897
Try bringing up your Windows Task Manager to see if something is consuming your CPU.
124897
You might have a lot of programs running and have little RAM memory left. Or maybe you might have a virus. I recomend that you check for viruses and for your memory.
945231
Could be a variety of things... check to see if the cpu is overheating... it may turn itself off to prevent damage.  I would take it back though, it's new, they should look at it for free.
739890
been suffering a similar problem myself, spoke to an IT guy i know, says it may be a power problem, (need new supply) or processor overheating (may need new cooler)?  gonna get him to check mine, hope you get yours sorted, good luck
921256
could be something wrong with your PC
563700
It could be due to any number of reasons. Try and narrow the problem down.\nIs it when you are running a particular application? \nHave your recently installed a new applications or hardware?\nIs it at a particular time of day? \n\nIs the CPU overheating?\nIs the RAM OK?\nLoose connector somewhere?\n\n\nHope that helps some :)