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> My first step with a machine that won't POST is to remove EVERYTHING > from it bar 1 (KnownGood) stick of RAM, CPU +HS, MOBO and PSU. > > Those are the bare minimum to boot up a system, and it helps you > narrow down where the issue is. (because if it POSTS at this point, > you now start connecting other devices one at a time) > I'd also clear the CMOS (usually a jumper on the motherboard, if there > isnt or you cant find it, take the coin shaped battery out, go make a > cuppa, then come back and replace it) > > If it still doesnt POST, i'd voltage check the PSU, and then things > start getting expensive as you start looking for replacement MOBO or > CPU. Rhia has it here, if you've done this little lot, and checked the PSU then it's generally time to throw away the motherboard. If you're looking for a computer place in Tiverton, you could try this chap: Glen Davey Computers 13 Westexe South, Tiverton Devon EX16 5DQ Tel 01884 251013 Mobile 07880811102 -- The Mailing List for the Devon & Cornwall LUG http://mailman.dclug.org.uk/listinfo/list FAQ: http://www.dcglug.org.uk/linux_adm/list-faq.html