I have upgraded my Compaq Presario 1210US from Windows ME to Windows
XP. Ever since, the system crashes frequently (every hour or so,
particularly when running IE). Have re-installed Windows XP after
re-formatting the disk. Still crashes.

Anyone can help?

Martin wrote:
Does the fan run at all? There are others who have done upgrades to XP
who have cooling problems. Otherwise, what errors do you see in Event
View & Device Manager? Do the crashes restart the laptop? If so, in
order to see the actual Blue Screen error, go to System
Properties/Advanced Tab/Startup and Recovery button, and uncheck
Automatic Restart on error.

Q