Computer no longer boots - fans spin on/off

MagicalTrevor

MagicalTrevor

MagicalTrevor

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Hi guys,

For a couple of months now I've been getting an on/off problem where my computer freezes at the boot screen. Where it detects the processor and memory. It used to freeze at varying times during this sequence... so e.g. only half a line would appear, or other times 2 lines would appear and then sometimes I would get an error where it says CPU has changed or is unworkable. I managed to resolve this a couple of times by reseating the ram, and reconnecting the power cables.

But when I did it last night it didn't turn back on again... now when I turn the machine on the fans start and stop. But this is only when the ATX12V cable is plugged in... when the ATXPWR cable (24 pin cable) is plugged and not the 12V cable the fans stay on but the machine doesn't boot.

I think the problem is the PSU and my freezing on start up issues in the past have been related with the PSU as well. However I never noticed any instability while in windows.

Could I have accidentally crushed the CPU?

Could anyone confirm this? Or does anyone have any other suggestions?

Thanks.

Spec is:
Intel Q6600
GEIL 4GB RAM
Abit IP35
EVGA 8800GTS
 
Probably you will now be advised (partic. if you have the 580 model):-
a) will fail
b) will fail and destroy half your components
c) will fail and destroy all your components
d) will fail and destroy all your components and burn house down
e) will fail and destroy all your components and burn house down and start world war 3

It would be true to say that these are not everyones favourite psu's - my experience has been a good one so far.

Although not a generic piece of s..t still possible it could be the cause of your problems - you need to test with a.n.other psu
 
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