Tower not getting power?

garaboldi

garaboldi

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Im working on Compaq something tower. Doing a favor for the mother in law. This tower is her co-workers and asked if I could look at it.

At first glance, all the internal cables and wired are firmly attached. So I direct my attention to the power source, It is equipped with a green led light (to tell its getting power I assume). This little green light is not lighting up when plugged in. Its doing nothing. Power source model is a Bestec ATX-250-12z

Any ideas or suggestions?
 

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Hi garaboldi,

This might sound daft, but I've done it before. Have you made sure that you have plugged it in and switched on at the wall socket? Is there power to the wall socket? Try with another appliance that you know is working. Does the fuse need changing in the plug, and is the wiring secure?
 

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Dwarf said:
Hi garaboldi,

This might sound daft, but I've done it before. Have you made sure that you have plugged it in and switched on at the wall socket? Is there power to the wall socket? Try with another appliance that you know is working. Does the fuse need changing in the plug, and is the wiring secure?
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Dwarf, Any suggestions will be welcomed. Wall socket does have power, and the computer is plugged in. I don't see a fuse connected to the power cord. The wiring harnesses were all secure and snug when I removed the power supply from the tower.

Keep the suggestions coming people. I will update my progress.
 

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    4.0 GHZ
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    Mobile Intel(R) 965 Express Chipset Family
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I had forgot to turn the switch on at the back of the PSU once. :o

Have you checked that as well?
 

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Does the PSU have a standard ATX style main power connector?
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If so, connect a multimeter to pins 7 and 9. Are you getting a reading of between 4.9 and 5.1 volts?
 

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Dwarf, That diagram was awesome. Thank you. Did what you said to do, and still nothing showed on the multimeter.
 

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    Intell Core Duo T7250 @2.00 GHz
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    4.0 GHZ
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    Mobile Intel(R) 965 Express Chipset Family
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Garaboldi, I had the same problem with a brand new PSU I bought.

My guess is its busted. That was the problem with mine. Also, judging by the fact that you got nothing from the MM, that confirms it. (Or am I just throwing BS around? Any concurring opinions?)

~Lordbob
 

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Garaboldi,

I agree with Lordbob. If you got no reading with the MM, then it's time to get a new PSU. :(
 

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One thing that I forgot to mention - was the wiring to this connector the same as shown in my diagram, i.e. the colours? Did you have the PSU plugged in and powered on for that test?

The reason for choosing this pin is that 5V is ALWAYS available here; this is what powers your system when it is sleeping (maintains the data in RAM) and allows other functions such as Wake On Lan, etc.

If you have no reading here, then it is likely that the PSU has failed. If this is the case, and I'm afraid that it is looking likely, then you will need to replace it. Fortunately, if it is a standard unit, this is simple to do. Make sure that the replacement is of equal or greater rating, preferably greater, than the old one.
 

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    Dwarf Dwf/11/2012 r09/2013
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    ASRock Z77 Extreme4-M
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    XFX Pro Series 850W Semi-Modular
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    Gigabyte IF233
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    1 x 120mm Front Inlet 1 x 120mm Rear Exhaust
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    Microsoft Comfort Mouse 3000 for Business (USB)
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Dwarf said:
One thing that I forgot to mention - was the wiring to this connector the same as shown in my diagram, i.e. the colours? Did you have the PSU plugged in and powered on for that test?

The reason for choosing this pin is that 5V is ALWAYS available here; this is what powers your system when it is sleeping (maintains the data in RAM) and allows other functions such as Wake On Lan, etc.

If you have no reading here, then it is likely that the PSU has failed. If this is the case, and I'm afraid that it is looking likely, then you will need to replace it. Fortunately, if it is a standard unit, this is simple to do. Make sure that the replacement is of equal or greater rating, preferably greater, than the old one.
Click to expand...

Dwarf, Yes the coloring was the same are your diagram. I tired testing with the MM both plugged in and unplugged ( was unsure, and it wasn't going to hurt anything).


Before I order a replacement, I have to ask. Are the replacement units basically all uniform? (Size,cable connections and such) I'm only asking after looking at some 350 models on tigerdirect.com. They have there models with the fan on top of the unit.

If I install it as is, the blower will be up against the outside case of the tower. That is never good. So I'm asking before I buy.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Latitude D530
    CPU
    Intell Core Duo T7250 @2.00 GHz
    Motherboard
    Not sure-Dont see it under Device Manager
    Memory
    4.0 GHZ
    Graphics card(s)
    Mobile Intel(R) 965 Express Chipset Family
    Sound Card
    SigmaTel High Def
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Intel Mobile 965 Express chipset Family
    Screen Resolution
    1024x768
    Mouse
    Logitech Wireless
    Keyboard
    Standard PS/2 Keyboard
    Internet Speed
    64-130 Mpbs
    Other Info
    Also Running: Server 2k3 and Vista Business in VPC.
garaboldi said:
Dwarf said:
One thing that I forgot to mention - was the wiring to this connector the same as shown in my diagram, i.e. the colours? Did you have the PSU plugged in and powered on for that test?

The reason for choosing this pin is that 5V is ALWAYS available here; this is what powers your system when it is sleeping (maintains the data in RAM) and allows other functions such as Wake On Lan, etc.

If you have no reading here, then it is likely that the PSU has failed. If this is the case, and I'm afraid that it is looking likely, then you will need to replace it. Fortunately, if it is a standard unit, this is simple to do. Make sure that the replacement is of equal or greater rating, preferably greater, than the old one.
Click to expand...

Dwarf, Yes the coloring was the same are your diagram. I tired testing with the MM both plugged in and unplugged ( was unsure, and it wasn't going to hurt anything).


Before I order a replacement, I have to ask. Are the replacement units basically all uniform? (Size,cable connections and such) I'm only asking after looking at some 350 models on tigerdirect.com. They have there models with the fan on top of the unit.

If I install it as is, the blower will be up against the outside case of the tower. That is never good. So I'm asking before I buy.
Click to expand...
Not quite.... The main thing you need to check is whether your mobo is a 20 or 24 pin power connector, and if it needs an extra 4 pin or not. Just open the case and count.

~Lordbob
 

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  • Manufacturer/Model
    Custom
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 2.33GHz
    Motherboard
    ASUS P5QC
    Memory
    2x2GB
    Graphics card(s)
    NVidia GeForce 9500GT 1Gb
    Sound Card
    Mobo
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung SyncMaster 206bw
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    Samsung SP2514N ATA 250Gb 7200RPM Samsung [Model] 1Tb 7200RPM SATA2
    PSU
    Cooler Master Real Power Pro 750W
    Mouse
    Razer Lachesis
    Keyboard
    Razer Tarantula
    Internet Speed
    not fast enough
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