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Computer Shut Down and Won't Turn On

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luappaul

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Hi guys, it's been a while since I've posted on here and unfortunately, it is a computer problem that brings me here.

I was just using my new build, editing photos and streaming music, when without warning, it shut off. Initially, I thought it was a power outage or the circuit breaker tripped but everything else was on...my monitor, modem/router, speakers, lights.

I tried to power the computer back on with both the case power button and the motherboard power button but no luck. There was no noticeable burnt-electronics smell that I noticed when I opened up the case and there is also no visual indication of burning. The only thing I noticed was that the PSU was pretty warm...not hot but warmer than I would expect it to be.

When I push the power button, I do hear a "click" but nothing happens. If I hold it for 4s+, then I'll hear a second "click". There is no indication that any fans are trying to spin.

My build's specs are:

Win 8 x64
Asrock Z87 Extreme6
Intel 4770k
MSI 780
G.Skill 16GB
Corsair HX850
Samsung 840 500GB
WD 1TB Caviar Black
Asus BD-RW

Any thoughts or suggestions are welcome. Quite frankly, this is not my first build but I've no clue where to start. Thanks for all your help!

-Paul

PS. I came across another thread regarding a PC that won't turn on and followed some suggestions there such as disconnecting as much as I could from the motherboard. This didn't help so I'm suspecting the PSU...please advise.
 
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I've tried another outlet, no dice. All of my components remain powered on via the same surge protector that the PC is powered by but I swapped outlets on there as well.

I hope that no other components were taken out by the PSU. It's a bit odd that it died without any warning or burnt-electronic smell...
 
If you are trying from the power button and the motherboard, it is probably the PSU gone south if it is not even power on for a split second. Usually even if there is a short you will get a brief power on.
 
Hi Everyone,

I thought I'd post an update. I replaced the PSU with an identical make/model and everything is back on. Just as a precaution, I swapped out all of the old cables for new ones.

It's understandable that no company can make 100% perfect products but co'mon Corsair!

Thanks,

Paul
 
luappaul said:
Hi Everyone,

I thought I'd post an update. I replaced the PSU with an identical make/model and everything is back on. Just as a precaution, I swapped out all of the old cables for new ones.

It's understandable that no company can make 100% perfect products but co'mon Corsair!

Thanks,

Paul
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Like i told you they do.and thank you for updating:thumbsup:
 
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