Saturday, September 29, 2007

Power Supply Trouble Shooting: PC fails to boot at all, no lights or beeps, fans don't start

Symptom:
PC won't boot at all; no lights or beeps, fans don't start.

Probable cause:
  • PC not plugged in.
  • The "hard" power switch in the back is turned off.
  • PS has failed.
  • No electrical service.
  • The power switch has failed.

Solution:
  • Make sure PC is plugged in.
  • Use Multimeter to test PS and cords
  • Make sure the 110/220 V switch on the power supply is set properly.