Computer fails to boot; why?

[Geek-9pm]

So, you are able to repeat this?
Does the computer start then freeze?
Do any fans come on? does the keyboard flash aby LED?
(See image below.)
You said a lamp in the same power strip works
What about the lamp?
Does it have any trouble? Does it flicker?

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[unregistered]

My problem has been eleminated; my sister's computer is working just fine now! :mrgreen:   See page 1 for more details.