PC Doesn't start

[RVB1966]

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]

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]

Moved.:)

[RVB1966]

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

[John A]

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]

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_bones_troubleshooting_installation.htm

goodluck!