Turn on computer and monitor won't come on

[lostsoul62]

I have an Intel E6550 Dual which is 7 years old. It’s been setting around for about 6 months and now the monitor won’t turn on. I bought a new Video card, tried 2 monitors with 2 different connections, took the RAM out and re-seeded it. The power supply turns on. So is there something else I can try or that I’m missing. Otherwise I will just junk it but wanted to post before I did.

 

[johnb35]

Reset the cmos. Unplug power cord from power supply, remove cmos battery, press and hold power button for 10 seconds then wait 10 minutes. Then reinsert battery and reconnect power cord and try booting up. You will need to reset time and date as it will change it.

 

[lostsoul62]

When I turn on the computer there is no sound coming from the motherboard or hard drive. Even with a dead or removed cmos there should be some sound when the power is turned on. My fans in the case are working. I'm wondering if I just have a dead motherboard.

Took out the CPU, Video card, RAM, and put them back. The Video cards fan works. Tried a different Drive, different cables, different everything. I guess I’m going to cannibalize it. Thanks