Windows Reboots Randomly: Troubleshooting Guide

Here is a detailed troubleshooting guide for Windows rebooting randomly:

Windows Reboots Randomly: Troubleshooting Guide

1. Identify the Problem

The computer reboots randomly, and no apparent reason can be found. After checking every possible solution, the problem still occurs randomly.

2. Check for Hardware Issues

Hardware issues can cause a computer to reboot randomly. Check the following hardware components:

• Power Supply Unit (PSU)
• RAM
• Hard Drive
• CPU Cooler

Replace any faulty hardware components to see if the problem persists.

3. Use PowerShell Command Line

1. Press Win + X and select Windows PowerShell (Admin).
2. Type the following command and press Enter:

bcdboot C:\Windows /s C:

This command rebuilds the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) store.

4. Disable Automatic Restart

1. Press Win + R, type regedit, and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
2. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Memory Management\PrefetchParameters.
3. Right-click on an empty space and select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value. Name it EnableSuperfetch.
4. Double-click on the newly created EnableSuperfetch and set its value to 0. Click OK.
5. Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer.

5. Update Drivers

1. Press Win + X and select Device Manager.
2. Expand the categories and check for any yellow exclamation marks.
3. Right-click on the device with the yellow exclamation mark and select Update Driver.

6. Check for Malware

Run a full system scan using your preferred antivirus software to check for malware.

7. System Restore

1. Press Win + R, type rstrui, and press Enter to open System Restore.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to restore your system to a previous point.

8. Check Event Viewer

1. Press Win + R, type eventvwr, and press Enter to open Event Viewer.
2. Navigate to Windows Logs > System.
3. Look for any error events that occurred around the time of the random reboots.

9. Consult a Professional

If none of the above solutions work, it may be best to consult a professional for further assistance.

References

• Microsoft Support: Windows 10, 8.1, 8, or 7 randomly restarts or shuts down
• TechRepublic: 10 steps to troubleshoot a Windows PC that keeps rebooting
• Lifewire: How to Stop a Windows 10 PC from Randomly Restarting