I recently re-formatted an old Asus laptop using Windows Vista, with service pack 2, and 32 bit.

I have installed loads of the updates, and everything seemed to work fine. I do not use this laptop every day, as I have an Acer I use, from which i am typing to you now.

When I wanted to do the Windows update last week, this Asus just stopped working. I was away for a few days, and decided yesterday to have a look.

I got an error code 80240016. It was suggested I start that pc in safe mode and to scan this laptop. But I cannot get anything done, the pc keeps on dying on me, it just stops working. It stops working in safe mode with internet and in normal mode with internet.

The pc is plugged into a fan, so it can't be from overheating, not sure what to do now.

I need help please, thank you.