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Computer won't turn on

Jul 10, 2013 3:27PM PDT

Hello,

Recently I've come across a very puzzling issue, and frankly, I'm at a loss. Three days ago I took apart my computer and cleaned it thoroughly. I used it all day for the rest of the day, but the following day, it wouldn't start. Nothing. No signs of life at all. I've tried everything I could think of; tested the PSU, checked all the plugs, made sure everything everything on the mobo was plugged in correctly, yet it still wouldn't turn on. Checked everything about 4 times... I haven't done any really recent updates to the computer, and it's only about 3-4 years old. Really need some help on this...
Just to clarify, yes I have the power supply correctly adjusted and I have checked; everything is plugged in and I have tried different sockets.

Also, I recently took my motherboard off of the standoffs and mounted directly on the case. This allowed the graphics card and other hardware to fit properly.

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(NT) Removed the standoffs ??? How recently was that ?
Jul 11, 2013 12:02AM PDT
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Remove Stand-offs?
Jul 11, 2013 12:26AM PDT

If the case is metal you likely have a short circuit.
The stand-offs have a purpose which is to keep the board off of the metal case.
You may also have some plastic stand-offs for places where metal stand-offs can cause a short circuit.

It is possible that you have killed the motherboard and/or power supply

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Check and verify again
Jul 11, 2013 12:35AM PDT

If your stand-offs and such weren't the right ones, then others certainly others are. I'm surprised it even worked if you returned the mtrbd. back and a short would sooner or later become a strong possibility. If you used some stand-offs in some way and possibility some non-conducting foam or plastic, maybe because with stand-offs you can see proper ordination and location are well viewed, count them to see if they got used to either toggled(captured) or screwed down. There are h/w packs that replace what came with your PC, if you need them or check local PC shop for extras, etc., or kits if available(google too). Of course you can remove entirely the mtrbd. and place on cardboard and rebuild the PC and see if it works then.


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