computer starts for a few seconds and then dies

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topgun129

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Hi,

I have a Compaq Presario 6000 desktop computer. When I plug the cable into the back the computer the fans spin for a few seconds and then everything dies (it seems like the computer has started but then suddenly dies). I'm not sure what is wrong. But one time I was able to get to the startup screen for Win XP and then it died. Also the power switch in the front does nothing.

Any ideas?

Thanks!
 
so you have to actually plug the cord in for it to do anything? have you looked inside to see if the power button is even wired to the mobo? it may even be that you have a bad power supply, or mobo.
 
I would say that your power supply is shot and replacing it should fix your problem. Do you know what wattage your current power supply is?
 
sorry didnt see the last bit.. but when you put the power in it should rev up the fans for a bit then stop thats normal.. is the cable that go's from power button to mobo in the right one?
 
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