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Symptoms :

- > System Freezes at the desktop
- > Can’t open any applications

Workaround :

- > Try in Safe Mode ( Keep tapping F8, as soon you turn on the computer to get Advance Boot Options)
- > Try disabling Startup items and non MS Service (How to disable startup items)
-> Disable Hardware devices if the above step didnt work (How to disable hardware devices)
-> If the problem resolved after disabling the hardware devices you can check enabling one by one to see which hardware cause the problem

Most propably the Network adapter or Wireless adapter will be the cause for the issue. You can try installing latest driver for your network adapter or wireless adapter.

Otherwise you may have to replace the adapter.

Error Message

Error”The application or DLL c:\windows\system32\mcenspc.dll is not a valid windows image please check this against our installation diskette”

Cause for the Problem

We might get this if the file mcenspc.dll is leftout while uninstalling some program or when attempted to elimitate spyware or malware through spyware scan.

Suggestions

This proved not to be a threat and it is safe to remove from the Computer. To do this :

1. Click Start -> Run -> Type System32 -> Ok
2. Look for mcenspc.dll
3. Right Click on the file and click Delete
4. Reboot the computer

One of the following errors, or similar errors, appear when the computer is turned on:

CPU Fan Failed. Press F2 to continue to boot. Otherwise, the system will power down in five seconds. Have system serviced immediately.
or

“ERROR: CPU Fan Has Failed! PC will automatically power down in a few seconds. Service the PC immediately to prevent damage to the PC.”

If you get the above error message then most likely the Processor Fan might gone bad

Follow the steps given below to troubleshoot / diagnose on this issue

1. Open the Tower carefully
2. Look at the processor to determine if it has a fan
- Make sure the fan power cable is connected firmly to the motherboard.
- Check for any objects that might stop the fan
- With the power off and the power cable disconnected, gently spin the fan with your fingers to make sure the fan is not stuck. If the fan blades do not move or resist movement, replace the fan.
3. With the Tower is open, connect the power cable and turn on the computer.
4. Look inside to make sure the fan is spinning and is not making noise.
- If the fan is not working or is making a loud noise, the fan should be replaced.
- If the fan spins and is not making noise, turn the pc off by pressing the power button on the front of the computer for 5 seconds.
5. Reconnect the Keyboarad, Mouse and monitor cables
6. Turn on the computer and press F10 repeatedly at the first logo screen until a BIOS screen appears.

(Note : If pressing F10 didnt help then try F11 or F1 to enter bios)

7. Use the left and right arrow keys to select Advanced menu.
8. Use the up and down arrow keys to select Hardware Monitor , and press Enter .
9. Select CPU Fan Check and press Enter .
10. Use the following list to determine the CPU Fan Check value for your PC configuration:

- Active heat sink; cooling fins directly on processor with a fan sitting on top of the fins.
hardware monitor/CPU fan check = ENABLED

- Passive heat sink; cooling fins on processor without a fan directly on top.
hardware monitor/CPU fan check = DISABLED

- Fan duct leading to a fan sitting on or directly over the processor cooling fins.
hardware monitor/system fan check = ENABLED

- Fan duct without any fan
hardware monitor/system fan check = DISABLED

11. If the value is different than what is currently set, change the value as follows:
- Select CPU Fan Check and press Enter .
- Select the correct value ( ENABLED or DISABLED ) and press Enter .
12. Press F10 and press Enter to save the settings and exit.

If still you get the error then the fan should be replaced.

Note : You can remove the tower only if you are comfortable with that. Otherwise please call the local technician

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