The Dell Inspiron 530 is not functioning.
The Dell Inspiron 530 is not functioning.
MissTyler shared how they managed to get their computer to turn on despite a power issue. They described using a blow dryer on high heat, directing the hot air towards the back of the tower where the power cord connects. They explained the process in detail, mentioning how they would place the dryer on a pillow behind the tower and wait for it to heat up before trying to power on the machine. They also shared that sometimes it took about a minute for the computer to come back on after heating, and they found it easier to leave the dryer on continuously rather than constantly checking. The solution seemed effective enough for them to feel relieved.
dmcritchie45 :
Wow, really impressive! I appreciate it a lot. I placed an order for a replacement power supply just in case this method stops working, but it saved me from trouble right now. Thanks so much!!
My machine is a Dell Inspiron 580, yet this unexpected way actually helped it too. It stopped working after the power went out during a strong storm, and after some time it came back on. All I thought was — you can't just make things work like that!
Appreciate the person who found this solution!
My Dad’s 2-year-old Dell 660s desktop has been having trouble turning back on for about a year. When it’s powered off, it usually needs 8 to 10 hits of the power button before it starts up. The fix was to leave it on and let it hibernate instead of shutting it down completely. Recently, the power went out and the computer didn’t come back online. I suspect the power button may have failed. We’ve ordered a replacement button, but it doesn’t solve the problem. Now I’m considering the power supply or the motherboard might be the issue.
I also have an older Dell 530s desktop that’s a few years older, but it works with a similar power supply. The PSU won’t fit in his case, but the cords are long enough to reach. I’ve connected it outside the PC and tried to power it on, but it still doesn’t work. I then replaced the PSU’s green wire to ground on the 26-pin connector, and the fan started up. Voltage checks on all outputs showed normal readings on both machines. It seems like something unusual might be affecting the memory modules—though I’ve swapped in a new MB for the 530 and one I ordered for the old model, but it still won’t power up.
I found a forum thread and thought about it, though I’m not sure if it helps. I’m pretty open-minded now…I tried using a hair dryer on the 660 and it worked again.