I have been having a problem with my PC shutting down ... also, I tried to read one of the wikifonia files from the link Scott gave us and when I couldn't the Windows site directed me to this page:
http://www.file-docs.com/fileexts.php?keyword=.MXL
has anyone used this RegCure software? ...
thank you

Sometimes a PC will shut down if it overheats...have you checked the fans, Tony?

Ian

Thanks, Ian ... yes I have ... I had a full diagnostic done on the 'tower' and everything was fine ... when the problem re-occurred, I was told I most likely have to do a full system restore - OS, etc. ... I would like to avoid that and would try this software, but would like to know if anyone knows anything about it ...don't want to add to any problems ...

Tony,

He also mentioned you needed the player program for those files, did you download it and install it?

Bill G

There are many repair programs on the market that may or may not solve the problem, (Most free) just remember to create a restore point before running them. (Two of the most popular are ccleaner and Advanced system care)

As to your problem, then you need to first make sure you have a program that can open these files, (If you already have the program try re-installing it) and then associate the files with the program, you don’t say what OS you have however right click the file and choose open with, then choose the program that is designed to open the files and set it as default for that file type. (You have now associated the file with the program)

As to shutting down, then it is probably a hardware or driver problem, so make sure all your drivers are up to date. (There will become a time when a re-install will be required but it is not as often as some users make out)

Hope this helps

Bill

billyhank ... yes I did, but I got a message saying Windows couldn't open it ...

Brian ... yes, that's why I was asking for advice ... I did receive advice from a friend of mine who said he would not use it ...

Bill (abacus) the place I had the PC checked out said that they think a Windows OS file may be corrupted ... if I back up my data, they will clean the hard drive and reload Win7 at no charge because I (actually my wife) am a pretty good customer ...

I guess I am going to have to 'bite that bullet' ... it's just that I have a LOT of other programs that I will have to load back in ...

No doubt you've heard this a thousand times, but backing up is the thing that saves your butt.

I do a system backup before I install any new program or update.
Takes less than five minutes.

Absolutely ... I have it set automatically on a separate hard drive ... thanks ...

Tony....is it "shutting down" or is it "crashing?" There's a difference. Is there a "pattern" when it goes off?

As other members here have said......."beware of Registry cleaners" (and for a number of reasons).

Don't get sucked into downloading some malware, a virus, a trojan, etc.

Try running the computer in "safe mode" (for as long as you can stand it) and see if it "shuts down" then.

See what's starting up in "msconfig."

Go to Windows Task Manager and see if there's something there that's running that you don't recognize.

And.....check your cables....all of them. Also, go into the computer and "re-seat" everything....almost everything that can move.

I had a problem with the computer shutting down whenever I clicked on my Internet connection. I replaced the telephone wires with brand new ones, and it hasn't crashed since.

I also had a problem with the sound going off. I had to go in and "re-seat" the sound card. That cured THAT problem.

If you thought learning to play a keyboard was hard, try "troubleshooting" a computer crash. I'd rather drink a glass of bleach!

Mark

Tony
There are a lot of "Fix-it" software programs being promoted out there...including Fix-My-Pc advertised on TV. It pays to run searches (Google or your choice) on all such programs. Most are not what they appear to be and can do more damage than good. Many are scams that will hold your computer hostage until they drain your wallet.
I know you talk with Gary. He knows all my tools. Give him a shout.
Eddie

Tony

Is your PC locking up, or rebooting itself, or actually powering itself off ?

Operating System (Windows) problems usually result in lock-ups (PC is still powered on, but will not respond or do anything), or self reboots (usually with the infamous Blue Screen Of Death - BSOD), but complete power downs usually indicate hardware problems - power supply overloads, bad power switch or power connection, etc. Bad power strips and surge protectors are notorious for this.

Just to be clear...Fix-My-Pc and others like it advertised on television are NOT respected programs. Stay clear of them.
Eddie

Tony have you tried a System Restore to an earlier date when things were working. It isn't a big deal, only takes 10 mins and doesn't require reinstalling anything. If it doesn't help it can be undone again.

Tony,

Windows has a built-in utility called System File Checker. If you have found that using Safe Mode keeps the PC alive longer than Normal Mode then use it. Then type sfc in the Start Search Window and then double click on the sfc.exe file. Let it run. It checks every Windows file including Microsoft drivers and replaces any that are corrupt or missing.

Windows has a built-in System Restore facility. Start/Control panel/System/Advanced System Settings/System Protection/System Restore. Then you should have a choice of dates to restore from. Select the most recent and follow the instructions. If that does not improve the situation you can go back further and try again.

Ian