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Old 05-18-2005, 04:08 PM
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Ive got a ASUS P5GDC Deluxe with a P4 processor(both are brand new). Im running xp pro and I cant get the pc to turn on. If you look inside you can see a a green light indicating that its receiving power but when I hit the power button I get nothing. Is this a tower problem or a board problem? I have a ATX case w/ 350 watt power supply, also brand new.
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Old 05-18-2005, 04:26 PM
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and you're sure your jumpers are set correctly?
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Old 05-18-2005, 08:49 PM
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have fun dawn... you were rude to me last time so I will just ...
check the connections.. that's all i'm going to say
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Old 05-18-2005, 08:52 PM
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Well, do you have indicator LEDs to tell you the reason?
You must have the following to start up: power supply, motherboard, processor, RAM, video card, and fans (CPU and sometimes system). Always test system outside of the case on non-static bag. Connect only the required components (listed above) and you will be able to pinpoint the problem(s).
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Old 05-20-2006, 08:43 AM
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I was going to suggest just that, take it outside of the case and see what's going on but keep it safe at all times.
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Old 05-20-2006, 01:24 PM
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Aside from looking at the cable connections, there is also a switch on the back of your computer (near the top) it has to be turned on, maybe it's as simple as that....
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Old 05-20-2006, 06:54 PM
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Not all power supplies have those switches.
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Old 05-21-2006, 01:49 PM
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True, but might as well mention it, and if it's that we'll know that somewhere someone slapped himself in the face for not turning it on :/
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Old 05-21-2006, 06:51 PM
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I would like to watch that person slap themselves...

At least they don't have it set to 220 volts... :P
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