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RVB1966

Aug 22nd, 2006 10:56 am

PC Doesn't start

Hi all

Not sure if I'm in the right place because I'm not a techie, but am happy to open pc and have added memory & network cards etc at work.

I have a problem with pc at home and wondered if anyone had any advice.

When i press the power button the power light goes but pc doesn't power up, the fans go for a few seconds then nothing.

If I hold down the reset button and press power at same time then the fan keeps running but still no action on the pc.

Any advice greatly appreciated.

Rob

John A

Aug 22nd, 2006 7:31 pm

Re: PC Doesn't start

Probably your power supply is on its way out. You can pick up a new one for around $50. It's also non-trivial to install.

'Stein

Aug 24th, 2006 12:41 am

Re: PC Doesn't start

Moved.:)

RVB1966

Aug 29th, 2006 4:59 am

Re: PC Doesn't start

If i replace the psu do I have to get same one or just same power. Current one is psi atx-400

John A

Aug 29th, 2006 10:56 pm

Re: PC Doesn't start

Quote:

Originally Posted by RVB1966 (Post 247528)

If i replace the psu do I have to get same one or just same power. Current one is psi atx-400

Get one with the same power, or more.

jaycckan

Aug 30th, 2006 9:14 am

Re: PC Doesn't start

you might have a hardware problem.

- have you installed any add-ons like memory and cards?
- have you done a hardware troubleshooting?

for some tips, go to this site:
http://www.theeldergeek.com/bare_bon...stallation.htm

goodluck!

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