Dell Dimensions E521 computer

[Three]

My Dell E521 has been on the fritz for about a year.  As soon as I turned her on she would go right into Entering Power Save and shut down.  I have done some research on Dells tech support and forum site. I am not a computer whiz, and can't tell if the computer is worth the investment of a new mother board.  From what I can tell from the Dell support forum site it sounds as if a new mother board might only be part of the solution!  Can anyone out there help me?   

[jaydeee]

monitors turns into power saving mode if it don't get any signal from your CPU. Diagnosing your CPU box first is a good starting point.

check the power line.
power chord, power supply, then motherboard.

I hope that helps.

[patio]

I would at least try a different Power Supply before assuming it is the MBoard.

[Three]

Thank you so very much for all your input!  I took my tower to a computer repair shop recommended by a friend.  He did check it over and it is a mother board problem (mother board is burnt up).  I want to get my tower fixed (it's cheaper then buying a new PC since I am out of work.)  Is there any other things I should have the repair man check before I take home my tower?     

[patio]

Ask him what parts he's replacing...
Ask him what the cost will be...

Other than that if you choose to do it yourself we will be here...

[dwegiel]

Of course building it yourself brings you valuable memories and knowledge... and fun. It's not too hard either. I can get you great deals, that's for sure.