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rd · Posted: Wed May 17, 2006 7:00 am Post subject: No Power

Great, just GREAT,

After finally getting all my FS stuff up and going, as well as other programs and what nots. I get a power failure. I can't do or use anything. The sytem and everything just shut itself off. And now I have nothing and can use nothing. It won't even power up. :evil:

Any ideas guys and gals??

RD

Mythrilfan · Posted: Wed May 17, 2006 8:55 am Post subject:

plug it it :wink:

no but seriously, check out the connections, they tend to make the pc seem dead. if You already did not do so of course. but recheck them.

groundsquirrel · Posted: Wed May 17, 2006 10:47 am Post subject: hey...

Hey, if your computer is dead, how did you make this post?

I know it's a stupid question, that's why I asked it before somebody else did.

pjholl · Joined: 12 Nov 2004 Posts: 141 Location: London

Maybe you've blown your CPU or your PSU?, check them for black smoke where they may have gone bang! Is you PSU powerful enough for your system? Also check your fuse in the plug!

Paul

viche12345 · Joined: 01 Apr 2005 Posts: 835 Location: San Diego, CA, USA

Yeah but...your motherboard may be fried.

Exxman · Posted: Wed May 17, 2006 5:27 pm Post subject:

Sometimes the most complex problem has the simplest solution. Do a systematic check starting the the plug you are using for the AC, then the power cable...etc. Move down the line and you'll find the problem. Most often it's the cable, on/off switch or fuse in the power supply. If that doesn't work then shout back and we'll go from there...

Exx

TJ33 · Joined: 02 Aug 2005 Posts: 149 Location: Phoenix

Your power supply is overloaded... With high tech video cards high memory and disk and processor working hard you need a minium of 300 watt power unit.

With MS Vista and FSX, high power video cards, and fast drives they are recommending 600 watts or greater..

90% of computer hardware problems is due to power supplys. Make sure the cooling fans are working. Otherwise, get a new 400W power supply..

Tj

121a · Posted: Thu May 18, 2006 2:22 am Post subject:

I think it may be the psu as well. WHY:(This is what happend to me) There was a thunderstorm and the next day it did not turn on. I tried everything then my dad too it in to a computer shop an it was the psu.

Hope it helps.

rd · Posted: Thu May 18, 2006 3:58 am Post subject:

CRAP,

Thanks all, but I tried just about everything to get this thing powered up, and still no joy. I even followed Exx's lame directions. And by the way, the fuse in the plug is good and rated at 10 amps. More than enough.

I really don't want to take it to a shop. So......I will keep trying. Any others with any ideas.

RD

PS: This SUCKS

jaeger52 · Joined: 28 Sep 2005 Posts: 442 Location: Minneapolis, MN

RD,

If you've got a ton of dough wrapped up in this machine, I would not hesitate to take it to a good mechanic. Your Avatar is very disconcerting at a time like this because it doesn't let anyone know where in the world you are situated.

In Minneapolis, we have this little (asian) Mom and Pop computer shop. They charge dirt prices and they will tear down and diagnose your computer right in front of your eyes to diagnose almost any problem for $50. Oftentimes, if the fix only takes a few minutes, they won't charge you anything. My advice, for what it's worth, don't look to the big chain stores like CompUSA, Best Buy, for repairs. Go to the Mom and Pop shops. Make a few calls.

Don't tear apart your machine just yet, RD. You might create more problems by doing so.

What about a tripped circuit breaker, or blown fuse? Have you tried testing the electrical socket(s) where your computer is plugged into? For instance, will the same socket(s) light up another appliance other than your computer?

Like myself, do you have fifty different components running off of one poor little 120 volt socket?

I'm thinking man, I'm thinking here.

Jaeg-

Edit by RD: Umm, it does say " Comfortably Numb in U.S.A." hehe

dudler · Joined: 09 Mar 2006 Posts: 86 Location: Montreal, Canada

Probably a fried power supply box.

I'll give you a hint so it doesn't happen to you again as I've learned my lesson on this as well...

"SURGE PROTECTOR!"

rd · Posted: Fri May 19, 2006 4:39 am Post subject:

Well, I baited my hook with the smallest of worms. I tried to catch some bass, but got nothing but sucker fishes. Using the same worm.

Sorry all, but you've been had.

:twisted:

RD

PS: I was going to let this go on and on, but thought better of it. GS nibbled, but didn't bite. Everybody else did. Hook, bait, and sinker. LOL

groundsquirrel · Posted: Fri May 19, 2006 10:56 am Post subject: that's why...

That's why they call it hardware. When you are done playing with it, you can use it to beat yourself over the head with. I had hoped my powers of observation would be carried along by the crewe, but oh well. ya' gotta give 'em points for trying to be helpful.

pjholl · Joined: 12 Nov 2004 Posts: 141 Location: London

10/10 well done, GS had a point but alot of people have more than 1 computer these days, or you could be communicating via your work place.
Regardelss, i'm impressed.
Maybe there should be new thread for obvious humor?

PJ

skipperdan · Joined: 10 Aug 2003 Posts: 1193 Location: Florida

RD:

I disagree with your conclusion. Groundsquirrel displayed his usual high degree of intelligence. However, by not responding to his question, you were not playing by the rules.

If you take a car to Groundsquirrel for repairs then it is your responsibility to communicate with him to resolve the problem. If you refuse to answer his questions then you are not going to get your car fixed.

Instead of classifying the respondents as "Suckers", I would call them very helpful, patient, intelligent people.8) 8)