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kenny9dorf



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    Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
    « Reply #15 on: May 25, 2009, 01:13:08 PM »
    My son's computer acted this way. His processor was dead. We went through testing his monitor, power supply, motherboard...etc, before finding that the CPU had died. Replaced it and all other items reinstalled and working.

    We were fortunate to have several identical builds we could swap and test parts with.
    Think twice or more. Do once after.

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    Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
    « Reply #16 on: May 25, 2009, 01:17:47 PM »
    My son's computer acted this way. His processor was dead. We went through testing his monitor, power supply, motherboard...etc, before finding that the CPU had died. Replaced it and all other items reinstalled and working.

    We were fortunate to have several identical builds we could swap and test parts with.


    What kind of processor does the old eMachines computer have?  This could be your answer cloudcars

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    Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
    « Reply #17 on: May 25, 2009, 01:22:22 PM »
    kenny9dorf, were you able to swap/try the cpu with any thermal grease?

    I understand that some processors are more tolerant to heat, than others

    kenny9dorf



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      Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
      « Reply #18 on: May 25, 2009, 01:30:02 PM »
      Always carefully clean and apply new grease, is probably best.
      Think twice or more. Do once after.

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      Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
      « Reply #19 on: May 25, 2009, 01:33:09 PM »
      Always carefully clean and apply new grease, is probably best.

      ok you hear that couldcars?  It's probably best to buy some thermal grease, if the processor in your old eMachines will fit into your current board....  I think this would be the cheapest way to go, IF it works.....just order some thermal grease online

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      Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
      « Reply #20 on: May 25, 2009, 02:40:41 PM »
      As a matter of fact, it might be best (if the processor from Old computer doesn't fit into new computer)  to order a new processor first before buying a mother board, that way you don't risk buying the wrong component.......If it works, great!  If it doesn't work, then you'll have to order a board, but look at it this way, the primary components of your computer will be brand new.


      OR, you can bring it to a technician and have him diagnose it for you, so you know exactly which component you need! 
      « Last Edit: May 25, 2009, 06:01:55 PM by blockHEAD »

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      Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
      « Reply #21 on: May 26, 2009, 07:58:04 AM »
      Generally speaking eMachines are kinda like BiC lighters....when they stop running it's best to throw them away.
      You can pull the drives though and add them to your new machine.

      " Anyone who goes to a psychiatrist should have his head examined. "

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      Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
      « Reply #22 on: May 26, 2009, 11:21:30 AM »
      lol    I've never heard of an eMachine being compared to a bic lighter......definitely a new one

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      Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
      « Reply #23 on: May 26, 2009, 11:54:20 AM »
      Yeah, "Flick my E-machine" just doesn't have the same "ring" to it!   ::)  ;D


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      Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
      « Reply #24 on: May 26, 2009, 12:20:52 PM »
      lol

      baldelocks



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        Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
        « Reply #25 on: June 01, 2009, 04:43:55 PM »
        Hello,
        I was having the same problem with an hp. Running xp and about 6 years old. Have you been able to resolve the problem yet?
        So far I have cleaned everything reseated and replaced the video card.

        baldelocks



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          Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
          « Reply #26 on: June 01, 2009, 04:46:39 PM »
          Hello,
          I was having the same problem with an hp. Running xp and about 6 years old. Have you been able to resolve the problem yet?
          So far I have cleaned everything reseated and replaced the video card.
          I did notice however on the motherboard by the processor there are some rectifiers, capacitors or whatever they are. Like4 or 5 of them have a brown crust or something on the end. Could that meananything?

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          Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
          « Reply #27 on: June 01, 2009, 05:08:13 PM »
          Yes.
          This means the MBoard needs replaced...
          Continuing to run it will eventually take out the rest of the expensive components 1 by 1.
          " Anyone who goes to a psychiatrist should have his head examined. "

          baldelocks



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            Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
            « Reply #28 on: June 01, 2009, 07:00:28 PM »
            Thanks alot. I wasnt too sure. Thanks again.

            baldelocks



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              Re: Computer won't power up..Fan runs like it's going to
              « Reply #29 on: June 02, 2009, 06:45:13 PM »
              May I be so inclined to askone more question?
              If the motherboard is gone and I need to get another I am under the impression I have two options Ebay, which i have found one that I am told will work or upgrading. Which would include me getting a new processor. I have an Intel pentium 4. And they say that would not work. Any more advice would be appreciated.