Leaving it unchecked may eventually even render your PC unusable.

Here’s how to fix it.

To disable automatic restart, pressWin + ito launch tweaks.

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Then, head toSystem > Aboutand clickAdvanced System Settingsin theRelated Linkssection.

In theSystem Propertieswindow, select theAdvancedtab and clickSettingsin theStartup and Recoverysection.

In theSystem Failuresection, uncheckAutomatically Restartand clickOKto apply the changes.

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Stop Overclocking your gear

Overclocking your gear pushes the RAM, CPU, or GPU hardware beyond its limit.

If your system randomly restarts, you should revert it to its original state by uninstalling any overclocking software.

If you dont want to upgrade your hardware, you might have to consider whetheroverclocking is worth it.

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Check for Memory Problems

If your RAM is malfunctioning, your PC could randomly restart.

Fortunately, you might fire off the Windows Memory Diagnostic tool to identify any issues.

Then, clickRestart Now and Check for Problems (Recommended)for the tool to start checking your RAM.

The Device Specification section of the About screen in the Windows 11 settings.

If you’re not good with hardware, you might need to call a professional to take a look.

Possible solutions include reinserting the RAM or testing the RAM sticks individually and replacing any problematic ones.

Reinstalling Windows can fix major system issues that may be behind the problem.

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A reinstall can result in the loss of all your apps, files, and personal tweaks.

However, there’s a way to avoid this:performing an in-place upgrade.

The beauty of this is that it will also update Windows to the latest version.

Run the Memory Diagnostic Tool

If they’re faulty, these can trigger random restarts.

You might also need to call a computer hardware professional to check the motherboard for issues.

They can detect issues like short-circuiting and loose or damaged components.

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Through it all, remember to be patient and go through the troubleshooting steps one by one.

Chances are, you’re free to solve this issue by yourself.

If you’re free to’t fix it, you might want to contact Microsoft Support for assistance.