how to fix a machine that refuses to turn on

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Page 1: How to Fix a Machine that Refuses to Turn On
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Steps to Fix A Computer That Won’t Boot

Step 1. Shut down Your Computer

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Step 2. Turn on Your Computer

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Step 3. A screen with black background or a white writing means your computer is facing hardwareproblem. If you get stucked at a screen stating ‘windows’ anywhere asking you to select the bootingoption, follow the guidelinesto make an informed choice.

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Step 4. If you are tech savvy, turn the machine back and get in the BIOS. When overclocked, setyour vCore and FSB to stock levels. If the BIOS features a button, press ‘restore to factory settings’.

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Step 5. If your computer did not turn on at the first phase, check the power switch lead. If younotice that it is located at its right place, check the ATX 12v auxiliary connector.

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Step 6. If nothing seems to work out, remove the CMOS from the motherboard and wait until it isfully charged.

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Step 7. Unscrew the screws on the back. Make sure you do not unscrew the ones which are lyingnear the fan. Detach only the ones at the outer rim of the back.

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Step 8. Before you investigate into the machine, touch a metal part of the case. Avoid coming incontact with the power supply that is positioned in a corner of the case with many thick wirescoming out of it.

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Step 9. There is a little battery nestled near the bottom of the motherboard. It looks shiny and isveiled by some wires. Find the battery inside a little holster. Take it out and wait for at least 2minutes.

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Step 10. Place the battery back again. If you are not clear, try to put the polished side up.

Step 11. Assemble the computer and plug it in.