Archive for November, 2007
The PC runs POST and then freezes
Tuesday, November 6, 2007 19:04 No Comments1. This may be a problem with the RAM modules or other add-on cards. In case of RAM module problems, you will usually be alerted by beeps from the BIOS. Strip the PC down to the ‘barebones’, that is, just the power supply, motherboard (with CPU & heat sink), minimum RAM and display card. Switch [...]
The PC powers on but there is no display
Tuesday, November 6, 2007 18:30 No Comments1. After ensuring that the problem is not related to the PSU or the display card, it may be that the RAM modules are mismatched or are not seated properly. If the problem is with the RAM, you will most likely hear beeps emitted by the BIOS. See the BIOS section to understand beep codes [...]
PC powers Problem
Tuesday, November 6, 2007 18:17 No CommentsThe PC freezes or reboots suddenly 1. This could indicate a failing PSU that is not supplying powercorrectly to the motherboard. You may be able to get the PSUserviced but in most cases you will be better off getting a newpower supply. 2. This could be due to overheating of the PSU or CPU: If [...]
The power doesn’t come on
Tuesday, November 6, 2007 18:14 No Comments1. No power from the wall socket: Use a live power outlet. In rarecases, the power cable may be defective and may require replacement.Check the power cable on another working PC. Plug in alamp or any other electric device to see if you have a live outlet. 2. Incorrect voltage setting on the PSU: Select [...]
