Video card hangs when playing Counter Strike Source?

Question

Just when I start the world in counter strike source, the screen freezes, and then the screen turns off (but computer is still on)
Comp:
eMachines T3112
upgraded to:
1.25 GB of RAM
1.8 GHz
600-Watt Power Supply Unit
ATI RADEON X1300 512 MB AGP8x

Any suggestions?

Answer 1

Hmmmm... Sounds like an Incompatible Display Adapter. Your PC seems to be a very good one. But I don't think the problem is with your display adapter because Radeon is a good Display adapter in itself, but GeForce Nividia is recommendable. Alright i ain't telling you to change your display card! Update those drivers of the display card. And check with your processor. Incompatible processors cause such problems. I used to play counter strike on a Pentium 3 computer with 192MB of RAM and 450 Mhz! I think the problem is with the processer check with it! Normally AMD Athlon is advisable for gaming. And believe me Pentium is just a name it tottaly sux!

Answer 2

your video memory means squat if you dont have the GPU (graphical processing unit) to back it up. what type of card is it, are you sure its a card and not onboard video.

Answer 3

go to bestbuy and ask for a good video card

Answer 4

thta videocard is kinda weak ... make sure u have the latest driver for the card ... and make sure it isnt overheating ...