PC Case Power Switch Broken: Solutions?

[phillter]

I'm using a cheap case I picked up new about 6 months ago to build a P3 system. The motherboard and processor, though 3 years old (P3 600mhz/ Ausus cusl2-c) are working. Everything works great except the power switch on the case. By shorting the pins on the mobo I can get the system to start up.

MY QUESTION:

What can I use to keep the pins shorted allowing me to start up using the power switch on the PSU? I don't want to (or have the option to) solder the pins. I've tried using jumpers I have lying around, but they don't work.

HELP.

Thanks,
PHil

 

[helpmeout]

Why don't you go to Radio Shack and buy a new switch for a few bucks? Take the old one qwith you so you get the right diameter for the hole in the case.

 

[phillter]

I wouldn't know how to get at the switch, sandwiched between the metal grilling inside and the plastic pannelling on the outside. Though the switch appears to be working just fine; it clicks and goes in/out, it is connected to the power switch pins on the mobo, it does not turn the computer on.