My computer died
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So, I had put my computer to sleep. When I woke it up (just move the mouse or press a key on the keyboard), it seemed to come alive but the screen would not show anything (yes the monitor was on and the video cable properly connected) and I waited the appropriate amount of time. So, I turned it off using the hold-long-time button and tried to turn it back on. No go. The little "light" in the button just momentarily flashes and the computer does nothing. Doesn't turn on. No beeps, no nothing. Just the "flash" in the button. I'm thinking (hoping) it's the video card or power supply. Hardware: Dell Optiplex GX620 Any thoughts? TIA
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunAnd yet the internet still works. :-D
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And yet the internet still works. :-D
Panic, Chaos, Destruction. My work here is done. Drink. Get drunk. Fall over - P O'H OK, I will win to day or my name isn't Ethel Crudacre! - DD Ethel Crudacre I cannot live by bread alone. Bacon and ketchup are needed as well. - Trollslayer Have a bit more patience with newbies. Of course some of them act dumb - they're often *students*, for heaven's sake - Terry Pratchett
Different computer, nimbutt! ;P
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braun -
So, I had put my computer to sleep. When I woke it up (just move the mouse or press a key on the keyboard), it seemed to come alive but the screen would not show anything (yes the monitor was on and the video cable properly connected) and I waited the appropriate amount of time. So, I turned it off using the hold-long-time button and tried to turn it back on. No go. The little "light" in the button just momentarily flashes and the computer does nothing. Doesn't turn on. No beeps, no nothing. Just the "flash" in the button. I'm thinking (hoping) it's the video card or power supply. Hardware: Dell Optiplex GX620 Any thoughts? TIA
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunDo you use DVI connections? I have run into issues with DVI not showing any of the boot sequence. Not really a problem unless you receive a VERY LARGE update that takes a long time to install. Because in this case you sit there thinking your computer is dead (no screen), but really it is installing an OS update but did not open the DVI port (OS is not fully running). Solution: Turn it on and walk away. Come back hours later and see if it is at the log in screen. Or find a analog cord and connect it if you have the connection. In some cases this will not even work because it has defaulted off as you are using the digital ports. I would try the first before spending any money :)
Computers have been intelligent for a long time now. It just so happens that the program writers are about as effective as a room full of monkeys trying to crank out a copy of Hamlet.
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Do you use DVI connections? I have run into issues with DVI not showing any of the boot sequence. Not really a problem unless you receive a VERY LARGE update that takes a long time to install. Because in this case you sit there thinking your computer is dead (no screen), but really it is installing an OS update but did not open the DVI port (OS is not fully running). Solution: Turn it on and walk away. Come back hours later and see if it is at the log in screen. Or find a analog cord and connect it if you have the connection. In some cases this will not even work because it has defaulted off as you are using the digital ports. I would try the first before spending any money :)
Computers have been intelligent for a long time now. It just so happens that the program writers are about as effective as a room full of monkeys trying to crank out a copy of Hamlet.
No, it's using VGA connection. But, as I said, the computer won't turn on at all. The power push-button just flashes at me.
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braun -
So, I had put my computer to sleep. When I woke it up (just move the mouse or press a key on the keyboard), it seemed to come alive but the screen would not show anything (yes the monitor was on and the video cable properly connected) and I waited the appropriate amount of time. So, I turned it off using the hold-long-time button and tried to turn it back on. No go. The little "light" in the button just momentarily flashes and the computer does nothing. Doesn't turn on. No beeps, no nothing. Just the "flash" in the button. I'm thinking (hoping) it's the video card or power supply. Hardware: Dell Optiplex GX620 Any thoughts? TIA
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunSmells like a bad power supply. Any smoke or flashes happening? :)
Chris Meech I am Canadian. [heard in a local bar] In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is. [Yogi Berra] posting about Crystal Reports here is like discussing gay marriage on a catholic church’s website.[Nishant Sivakumar]
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So, I had put my computer to sleep. When I woke it up (just move the mouse or press a key on the keyboard), it seemed to come alive but the screen would not show anything (yes the monitor was on and the video cable properly connected) and I waited the appropriate amount of time. So, I turned it off using the hold-long-time button and tried to turn it back on. No go. The little "light" in the button just momentarily flashes and the computer does nothing. Doesn't turn on. No beeps, no nothing. Just the "flash" in the button. I'm thinking (hoping) it's the video card or power supply. Hardware: Dell Optiplex GX620 Any thoughts? TIA
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunGenerally if it's a power supply it either works or it doesn't. I would start by removing peripherals one by one and turning it on. It may not boot but if you get it past the flash point you may be able to narrow down your problem.
VS2010/Atmel Studio 6.0 ToDo Manager Extension
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Smells like a bad power supply. Any smoke or flashes happening? :)
Chris Meech I am Canadian. [heard in a local bar] In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is. [Yogi Berra] posting about Crystal Reports here is like discussing gay marriage on a catholic church’s website.[Nishant Sivakumar]
That's what I was thinking, but then why would it wake from sleep? No smoke or flashes, thank goodness! :-D
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braun -
Generally if it's a power supply it either works or it doesn't. I would start by removing peripherals one by one and turning it on. It may not boot but if you get it past the flash point you may be able to narrow down your problem.
VS2010/Atmel Studio 6.0 ToDo Manager Extension
Version 3.0 now available.Yeah, that's what I was thinking. Your suggestions sound like a good way to troubleshoot. Thanks for the idea.
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braun -
So, I had put my computer to sleep. When I woke it up (just move the mouse or press a key on the keyboard), it seemed to come alive but the screen would not show anything (yes the monitor was on and the video cable properly connected) and I waited the appropriate amount of time. So, I turned it off using the hold-long-time button and tried to turn it back on. No go. The little "light" in the button just momentarily flashes and the computer does nothing. Doesn't turn on. No beeps, no nothing. Just the "flash" in the button. I'm thinking (hoping) it's the video card or power supply. Hardware: Dell Optiplex GX620 Any thoughts? TIA
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunThat's like what happened to mine some years back. I tried a new power supply, but that didn't help. I took it in to a shop (Data Doctors?) and they couldn't figure it out (they didn't charge me either :thumbsup:). So I bought a new system.
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No, it's using VGA connection. But, as I said, the computer won't turn on at all. The power push-button just flashes at me.
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunBummer. Thats most likely something on your mother board then. Could be a blown resistor etc. Fixable, but if you dont know what your doing you are better off buying a new one (a tech that can fix it will charge you just as much). Salvage what you can from her though :)
Computers have been intelligent for a long time now. It just so happens that the program writers are about as effective as a room full of monkeys trying to crank out a copy of Hamlet.
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So, I had put my computer to sleep. When I woke it up (just move the mouse or press a key on the keyboard), it seemed to come alive but the screen would not show anything (yes the monitor was on and the video cable properly connected) and I waited the appropriate amount of time. So, I turned it off using the hold-long-time button and tried to turn it back on. No go. The little "light" in the button just momentarily flashes and the computer does nothing. Doesn't turn on. No beeps, no nothing. Just the "flash" in the button. I'm thinking (hoping) it's the video card or power supply. Hardware: Dell Optiplex GX620 Any thoughts? TIA
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braun -
That's what I was thinking, but then why would it wake from sleep? No smoke or flashes, thank goodness! :-D
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunFrom the power supply perspective, "wake from sleep" and being "turned on" are two very different operations. ;P
Chris Meech I am Canadian. [heard in a local bar] In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is. [Yogi Berra] posting about Crystal Reports here is like discussing gay marriage on a catholic church’s website.[Nishant Sivakumar]
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So, I had put my computer to sleep. When I woke it up (just move the mouse or press a key on the keyboard), it seemed to come alive but the screen would not show anything (yes the monitor was on and the video cable properly connected) and I waited the appropriate amount of time. So, I turned it off using the hold-long-time button and tried to turn it back on. No go. The little "light" in the button just momentarily flashes and the computer does nothing. Doesn't turn on. No beeps, no nothing. Just the "flash" in the button. I'm thinking (hoping) it's the video card or power supply. Hardware: Dell Optiplex GX620 Any thoughts? TIA
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunWhat Mike said, but I'd yank everything that isn't needed for post and reseat the memory while you are at it. Plus how old is that beast? :omg:. Put it out of it's misery and move on, it's obviously telling you something.
Curvature of the Mind now with 3D
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From the power supply perspective, "wake from sleep" and being "turned on" are two very different operations. ;P
Chris Meech I am Canadian. [heard in a local bar] In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is. [Yogi Berra] posting about Crystal Reports here is like discussing gay marriage on a catholic church’s website.[Nishant Sivakumar]
True. And from many other perspectives too. ;P
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braun -
So, I had put my computer to sleep. When I woke it up (just move the mouse or press a key on the keyboard), it seemed to come alive but the screen would not show anything (yes the monitor was on and the video cable properly connected) and I waited the appropriate amount of time. So, I turned it off using the hold-long-time button and tried to turn it back on. No go. The little "light" in the button just momentarily flashes and the computer does nothing. Doesn't turn on. No beeps, no nothing. Just the "flash" in the button. I'm thinking (hoping) it's the video card or power supply. Hardware: Dell Optiplex GX620 Any thoughts? TIA
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunMy (work) Dell had issues powering up one time. It turned out to be the power button itself (OK, the small PCB that the power button is mounted to). I'm not entirely sure how you could test that though, other than simply swapping it out like the Dell tech did...
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So, I had put my computer to sleep. When I woke it up (just move the mouse or press a key on the keyboard), it seemed to come alive but the screen would not show anything (yes the monitor was on and the video cable properly connected) and I waited the appropriate amount of time. So, I turned it off using the hold-long-time button and tried to turn it back on. No go. The little "light" in the button just momentarily flashes and the computer does nothing. Doesn't turn on. No beeps, no nothing. Just the "flash" in the button. I'm thinking (hoping) it's the video card or power supply. Hardware: Dell Optiplex GX620 Any thoughts? TIA
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braun -
My (work) Dell had issues powering up one time. It turned out to be the power button itself (OK, the small PCB that the power button is mounted to). I'm not entirely sure how you could test that though, other than simply swapping it out like the Dell tech did...
Colin Rae wrote:
I'm not entirely sure how you could test that though
If you unplug the power button from the motherboard, you can short the two pins briefly to power it on (I typically use a flathead screwdriver ;P).
The shout of progress is not "Eureka!" it's "Strange... that's not what i expected". - peterchen
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Damn, me too.
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braun -
Colin Rae wrote:
I'm not entirely sure how you could test that though
If you unplug the power button from the motherboard, you can short the two pins briefly to power it on (I typically use a flathead screwdriver ;P).
The shout of progress is not "Eureka!" it's "Strange... that's not what i expected". - peterchen
Unfortunately, the power button is part of a small pcb that has a 16 wire ribbon cable running to the mobo. This small pcb also has usb and audio ports.
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von Braun -
So, I had put my computer to sleep. When I woke it up (just move the mouse or press a key on the keyboard), it seemed to come alive but the screen would not show anything (yes the monitor was on and the video cable properly connected) and I waited the appropriate amount of time. So, I turned it off using the hold-long-time button and tried to turn it back on. No go. The little "light" in the button just momentarily flashes and the computer does nothing. Doesn't turn on. No beeps, no nothing. Just the "flash" in the button. I'm thinking (hoping) it's the video card or power supply. Hardware: Dell Optiplex GX620 Any thoughts? TIA
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." - John Quincy Adams
You must accept one of two basic premises: Either we are alone in the universe, or we are not alone in the universe. And either way, the implications are staggering” - Wernher von BraunSounds like a dead motherboard to me. I just ship 'em back to the warehouse when they do that... But then I don't have a saint's patience for Dell desktops.
