inspiron 5160.

 

that error is related to thermal issues on the system. it is being caused by clogged heatsink and fan.. you may try to clean it by  blowing air on it using a can of compressed air.

you can also take the fan assemlby out so you can thoroughly clean it..

http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/thermal.htm#1084976

 

Message Edited by chris286 on 06-12-200604:03 PM

thank you very much for your help,chris286.i shall get on with cleaning it first.

yes,the fan was running fine..in fact , i thought it was running as soon as i booted up.i have cleaned the area from outside now and today has been cool.so i have not got the error came up again.i wait for another hot day to see what happens...