PC experienced an issue where it's not showing properly, requires assistance with troubleshooting?
PC experienced an issue where it's not showing properly, requires assistance with troubleshooting?
A few months ago, something fell onto my desktop and it stopped working. The machine was powered off when it got hit. After some troubleshooting and reassembly, the issue persists. When I start up, the PC boots but fans spin (except for GPU fans). There are no beep codes, and nothing appears visibly broken or chipped—everything fits properly.
I've tried the following:
- Placed the GPU in a different slot.
- Tested with only one RAM stick.
- Verified the HDMI cable and confirmed the screen works on another PC.
- Checked for any cracks during visual inspection.
I'm still stuck and would really appreciate any suggestions someone might have.
Based on your message, it seems the CPU lacks built-in graphics. Here are some details to consider:
Reference links provided for further information.
Inspect the I/O panel and PCI slots thoroughly with a bright flashlight. Check for any bent or misplaced components that might cause issues.
If needed, verify the PSU installation—look at make, model, wattage, age, and condition.
A damaged PSU could be the problem; ensure it can supply the required voltages and power.
Consider replacing it with a known working unit.
For modular setups, use only the cables that came with the modular PSU.
Yes, there are no integrated graphics, and this is the motherboard (though the EU version, possibly with slight variations). After inspecting the I/O and PCI slots, I noticed no damage. If a short occurred, would certain parts still function? The cooler fan should still operate. The PSU fan does work. When the system was affected, the nearest component to it would likely be the PSU.
Model: FX800B
Manufacturer: Keep Out
Power Rating: 800W
Age: Approximately 5 years
Condition: The computer has been used heavily for two years, then less frequently for the past three.
Just a note, I live in a hot climate year-round.
This is the PSU page for Gaming – 800W – Keep Out Gaming
keep-out.eu
I have another machine that works; can I just unmount this PSU and apply it here? Should I verify compatibility?
Thank you again.
A 5 year old PSU could be the cause. The incident might have damaged an internal PSU part (which can't be fixed) leading to failure. PSUs offer three voltage levels (3, 5, and 12) for different system parts. Any issue with a voltage can result in system failure even if other parts seem fine. I don’t know the specific PSU model, but it’s not modular, so you should be able to replace it with another non-modular unit of similar or greater power. Make sure to follow the installation guide and confirm all connections are secure. If you change to a modular PSU, use only the cables that came with it. For more details about PSUs, check these links: 1) 2) https://www.lifewire.com/how-to-manually...er-2626158 Plan ahead and always back up important data to another safe location before making changes. Ensure the backups can be recovered and read.