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When i turn on the power supply to start my PC it takes about a minute then my PC lights and power pulsate until i hit push the power up button after that it runs fine. Thinking it might be a power supply issue. It's 3 yrs old.

By ehstriker Asked Nov 1 2008 8:47AM
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by Jane G on Nov 1, 2008 at 10:53 am Permalink

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PSUs usually last a lot longer than 3 years, but it certainly sounds like you are having trouble with yours. I'd suggest a replacement.
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