Computer freezes when playing CS source

[Aznguy1872]

Hello,
my roomate has been having a problem lately with his computer. It now freezes while playing counter strike source. We updated the drivers to the videocard and the problem still occurs. His video card is a 6600 GT. Nothing in his computer is overclocked. Does anyone know whats up with this problem?

 

[alcoholbob]

You could pick up a video card at a local store and see if you can emulate this problem.

 

[Zim]

It could still be a heat-related issue. Apply all game patches and use the latest video drivers. If that doesn't help then investigate how hot it's getting inside the case.

 

[Azndude2190]

Download Motherboard Monitor 5 and tell us the temps your getting.

 

[Topweasel]

Originally posted by: Aznguy1872
Hello,
my roomate has been having a problem lately with his computer. It now freezes while playing counter strike source. We updated the drivers to the videocard and the problem still occurs. His video card is a 6600 GT. Nothing in his computer is overclocked. Does anyone know whats up with this problem?

We need more info. With windows XP 64bit for example up untill the 82.** series of dual core drivers I would have the same problem in CS:S and 3dMark. Some times going to just a handful of drivers after your respective card was released would be a good choice.

Also has he tried a 70 series driver they seemed the most stable but again that was in XP64. For all we know CS:S happens to reside on one or many bad sectors.

 

[Aznguy1872]

ahh thx for the replies, I will be sure to see how hot it gets in the case.