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When I push the power button on my PC, it starts to power on, then stops. If I keep pressing, it tends to work eventually. What could be wrong?

By Anonymous Asked May 3 2004 11:37PM
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by Anonymous on Dec 28, 2007 at 3:14 pm Permalink

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either the power button is damaged or there is a problem with the PSU.
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by Joe Flint on May 13, 2004 at 3:12 am Permalink

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It could be the outcome of at least three causes:

1. The Power switch contacts are bad, and need to be replaced.

2. The Power supply have a problem.

3. There is a delay somewhere, so you will need to press the power switch continuously, until the computer will go working normally.

4. If nothing helps, take it to the maintenance lab.
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