A30 shuts down (hot AC adapter)

when connected with ethernet cable through linksy router, after about 15 minutes, when fan has been whirring, the computer just shuts off. I have to wait about half an hour before i can put my computer on and then the same thing happens.
i have installed a wireless internet card and with that the computer doesnt shut down, but the fan does make alot of noise.
I have tried networking my laptop with another (A60) through the router but as yet not able to.
With the A60, that runs slow on the internet and the pages dont freeze, it just keeps getting booted off.
Any help appreciated.
Mel

hi
i'm havin similar trouble with my computer. when using it from the mains after and hour it switches off unexpectedly. When i try and switch it back on it will only stay on for another 10 minutes and then do the same thing. At the moment i've been using it without the mains and its been fine. I think the battery needs changing. I rang the helpline (08704448944) and they said it is possibly the fans and the cooling system in the laptop. Toshiba would be able to inspect your laptop and maybe repair the problem. I will wait and hope!
Natalie
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