[mythtv-users] System constantly locks up

[Joe Ripley]

On 8/21/06, Phill Edwards <philledwards at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Just thought I'd follow up on this for future searches. I recently
> swapped out my video card and since then my lock ups have been a lot
> less frequent. Note however, that I also upgraded by kernel version
> along with the video card so that may also have been a factor.
> However, my suspicion is that the video card had something to do with
> it.
>
> Also note that I still get some lock ups (maybe once or twice per
> week) but I kind of expect that as normal.
>

My system is very stable... the only time it goes down is during an extended
power outage.  Have you done all of the normal lockup troubleshooting:

1) Testing memory with memtest86.
2) Making sure swap space is available and is working properly.
3) Checking to ensure you have a clean power supply (maybe a UPS will help).
4) Checking to see that all of the fans in the machine are working to spec
(heat problem?)

- Joe
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