big pc problems

[shug176]

hi guys firstly im new to the site so sorry if im posting in wrong area.i bought this pc 2 months ago cost 520 pounds http://www.eclipsecomputers.com/systemview.aspx?id=36 iv got big problem when i try switch it on it wont power up does nothing for about 5 mins then the fan starts to try come on very slowly plus the lights inside flicker dim trying to come on it gradually does this for maybe 20 mins like not enough power getting to it then it will power its self up i stupidly broke seals at back of computer 1st day i got it to remove bit of glue stuck in the fan case now the company i bought it off are asking almost 100 pounds to take and fix or said if i can find the part inside causing this to happen they will replace for free problem is im bit of a novice has anyone any idea what could be wrong would it be down to software iv put on it or something inside machine can anyone help????

[Whatcha]

well you got two options really, bit the bullet it is a new pc, expensive and with limited knowledge easyiest solution pay the fee and let them sort it.

On the other hand, you looking at opening it up. Ensuring all connections are being made and have not come loose at all.
Obvisouly sounds like a PSU problem. Though as a possible quick remedy it sounds like it may possible either going into hibernation mode or trying to come out of hibernation mode, which to be honest is a really crap feature of windows. So it may be worth checking shut down settings to ensure you are powering off prober and not powering down into hibernation mode.

In regards to software issues from the day it started palying around. Did you mess with any setting or install any software????

Or any power surgures, did it start to play up in storm????

Also can you post details of system specs, in particular Mobo

http://www.hwinfo.com/


Finally count any beeps that the pc makes when you boot up ! and post

[shug176]

[quote=Whatcha;14583]well you got two options really, bit the bullet it is a new pc, expensive and with limited knowledge easyiest solution pay the fee and let them sort it.

On the other hand, you looking at opening it up. Ensuring all connections are being made and have not come loose at all.
Obvisouly sounds like a PSU problem. Though as a possible quick remedy it sounds like it may possible either going into hibernation mode or trying to come out of hibernation mode, which to be honest is a really crap feature of windows. So it may be worth checking shut down settings to ensure you are powering off prober and not powering down into hibernation mode.

In regards to software issues from the day it started palying around. Did you mess with any setting or install any software????

Or any power surgures, did it start to play up in storm????

Also can you post details of system specs, in particular Mobo

http://www.hwinfo.com/

hi been looking into my power options im not in hibernation mode but found an area that says this ( ups service currently stopped)is that fine?

[shug176]

motherboard on my comp -775-duel vsta
chipset-via pt88 pro/ultra/pt894 pro
slots-1xagp v 3.5
bios manf-america megatrends date 09/06/06
super io/lpc chip-winbond w83697 hf
tpm chip -not found


not sure what other info required sorry

[shug176]

forgot to mention that if the computer has been on a while an i switch off it will restart ok 1st time no problem at all while the machine is still warmed up i suppose but leave it a matter of hours or overnight before turning on an im back to same problem of it struggling to start

[Whatcha]

hmm well afraid i would say got a dodgy PSU. Not too well up on the technical terms but basically from what i upderstand psu store power so as to be able to fire the inital burst(capictors or something), by the sounds or these are broke or not working, kinda like getting flat battery it not keeps it charge overnight.

Rip PSU out sent it back to them.

[shug176]

[quote=Whatcha;14591]hmm well afraid i would say got a dodgy PSU. Not too well up on the technical terms but basically from what i upderstand psu store power so as to be able to fire the inital burst(capictors or something), by the sounds or these are broke or not working, kinda like getting flat battery it not keeps it charge overnight.

got a tutorial sorted can u tell me what sort of psu unit would fit incase i8 have to buy one or does it vary?

[Whatcha]

psu tend to be the same size atx, the biggest differnece is the output, basic is 300w, but a new pc with plenty attachments needs probaly 400w +

Also not many things matter when the name is concerned, except in psu. Also best if possible to go for a branded well named make. Though little more expensive better than a cheap one failing the volts

Also the types of connetions for you board are inportant ie sata pins, number of extions more the better

[shug176]

Originally Posted by Whatcha

psu tend to be the same size atx, the biggest differnece is the output, basic is 300w, but a new pc with plenty attachments needs probaly 400w +

Also not many things matter when the name is concerned, except in psu. Also best if possible to go for a branded well named make. Though little more expensive better than a cheap one failing the volts

Also the types of connetions for you board are inportant ie sata pins, number of extions more the better

thanks a lot youve been a great help

[shug176]

Originally Posted by Whatcha

psu tend to be the same size atx, the biggest differnece is the output, basic is 300w, but a new pc with plenty attachments needs probaly 400w +

Also not many things matter when the name is concerned, except in psu. Also best if possible to go for a branded well named make. Though little more expensive better than a cheap one failing the volts

Also the types of connetions for you board are inportant ie sata pins, number of extions more the better

psu was the problem thanks for solving my problem i was lost great advice thankyou