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The desktop PC isn't powering up?

The desktop PC isn't powering up?

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emstay26
Senior Member
441
07-30-2025, 03:23 PM
#1
My desktop PC stopped working suddenly and won’t restart. When I unplug, replug, and turn it back on, the lights flicker briefly, fans spin a little, then stop completely unless I do the same again. The board still shows some light. I’ve shared a video for reference.
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emstay26
07-30-2025, 03:23 PM #1

My desktop PC stopped working suddenly and won’t restart. When I unplug, replug, and turn it back on, the lights flicker briefly, fans spin a little, then stop completely unless I do the same again. The board still shows some light. I’ve shared a video for reference.

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de3gutter
Junior Member
43
08-01-2025, 04:15 PM
#2
Is that mess filled with dust? If yes, turn off all components. Thoroughly clean the interior of the case and parts using compressed air. Restart the system with only the essentials—video card and RAM—without connecting any external drives or devices like the mouse or keyboard. Check if it boots into BIOS. It’s useful to have other replaceable parts to help identify the issue. Things like the video card, RAM, and power supply can often be tested.
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de3gutter
08-01-2025, 04:15 PM #2

Is that mess filled with dust? If yes, turn off all components. Thoroughly clean the interior of the case and parts using compressed air. Restart the system with only the essentials—video card and RAM—without connecting any external drives or devices like the mouse or keyboard. Check if it boots into BIOS. It’s useful to have other replaceable parts to help identify the issue. Things like the video card, RAM, and power supply can often be tested.

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WF_Catt
Posting Freak
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08-03-2025, 03:46 AM
#3
Thanks for the prompt reply from KL. I cleaned it up and turned off everything, even the connected fans. The situation remains unchanged. I haven’t removed the processor yet; if you think so, I can take it out and test it. There was no overheating problem, even during games with maximum temperatures reaching around 70°C. It just stopped suddenly.
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WF_Catt
08-03-2025, 03:46 AM #3

Thanks for the prompt reply from KL. I cleaned it up and turned off everything, even the connected fans. The situation remains unchanged. I haven’t removed the processor yet; if you think so, I can take it out and test it. There was no overheating problem, even during games with maximum temperatures reaching around 70°C. It just stopped suddenly.

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Lxxn2002
Member
240
08-16-2025, 11:10 PM
#4
It won't start without the processor installed. It seems like the power switch might be faulty, or there could be an issue with the power source. Would you like to try a different power supply?
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Lxxn2002
08-16-2025, 11:10 PM #4

It won't start without the processor installed. It seems like the power switch might be faulty, or there could be an issue with the power source. Would you like to try a different power supply?

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backdoc01
Member
170
08-23-2025, 01:20 PM
#5
Sorry, no. I'll remove the supply today to test if the fan is functioning. If it doesn't work, I'll take it to a repair shop and investigate further.
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backdoc01
08-23-2025, 01:20 PM #5

Sorry, no. I'll remove the supply today to test if the fan is functioning. If it doesn't work, I'll take it to a repair shop and investigate further.