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Name: Tony Seiler
Date: November 17, 2004 at 18:50:47 Pacific
Subject: computer won't post
OS: windows 98
CPU/Ram: athlon 850mhz

Comment:

Hi,
I got this computer from a friend that didn't post although the power supply was operable and cpu fan spun up. Also the hard drive would initially spin up but for a brief moment, however, I would never be able to get it to POST nor would I get any audible POST codes.
I tested the power supply, and memory, stripped the computer to its bare essentials and finally decided to pull the CPU. The CPU was burnt as was a diode that rests under the CPU. (How the CPU lasted as long as it did w/o any thermal paste applied between the CPU and the heatsink amazed me).
Anyways, I ordered a replacement CPU and motherboard for a small price and thought the problem would be easily solved. However, it wasn't. With the new components, I still get the same response, trying different memory modules, power supplies, video cards, etc.
Either I got another bad motherboard and/or CPU or I'm completely overlooking something.
Your insight would truly be appreciated.
Thanks,
Tony
AMD Athlonxp 3200+ OC
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Response Number 1

Name: Rimfire
Date: November 17, 2004 at 19:11:53 Pacific
Subject: computer won't post

Reply: (edit)

Congratulations Tony!
The last person with a similar problem got to nabout 15 posts before we knew the information you have provided.
It seems you have ruled out almost everything else, so mother or CPU is likely.
First of all, check the motherboard settings.
Secondly, ensure the the motherboard is not being accidently grounded. Extra mounting point etc.

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Response Number 2

Name: uppercrust
Date: November 17, 2004 at 19:35:57 Pacific
Subject: computer won't post

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make sure the 'clear comos' jumper on the board is on pins 1-2

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Response Number 3

Name: Tony Seiler
Date: November 17, 2004 at 19:40:50 Pacific
Subject: computer won't post

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Thanks,
I've bench tested the board, so a short is unlikely and the system's jumpers and dip switches are set to the default settings and the cmo's has been reverted to default.
Tomorrow, I'll test the CPU in another working system, and I'll swap out processors.
Tony
AMD Athlonxp 3200+ OC
Asus A7N8x-deluxe-E
ATI AIW 9600pro
2x WD SATA raptors/raid0
Corsair XMS3200
16x Lite-on DVD
12x DVD-R
48x Lite-on CDRW
Aspire Super Alien Case

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Response Number 4

Name: ham30
Date: November 17, 2004 at 20:16:10 Pacific
Subject: computer won't post

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Yes, it sure is a pleasure to see a post where all the important information is there and the poster didn't ramble on and on.

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Response Number 5

Name: Tony Seiler
Date: November 18, 2004 at 19:44:59 Pacific
Subject: computer won't post

Reply: (edit)

Hi,
Thanks guys,
tried the processor on another board and it booted finely. Found out it's the motherboard. Damn, I hate E-bay.
Tony
AMD Athlonxp 3200+ OC
Asus A7N8x-deluxe-E
ATI AIW 9600pro
2x WD SATA raptors/raid0
Corsair XMS3200
16x Lite-on DVD
12x DVD-R
48x Lite-on CDRW
Aspire Super Alien Case

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