[kable71]

the pc in question has power going to the mobo, as i see a green led near the processor, but no fans or anything else will kick on. have removed and replaced ram...any ideas would be appreciated.

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Most likely a bad psu (power supply) but it could also be a case switch or motherboard.
Do you know what psu is in it?
If this is a brand computer like dell,compaq or other please list the name and model.
If its a custom build please list its full specs.

The reason why I ask for this is because at this point the easiest thing would be to try another psu in it but if its a brand computer thats not always easy, but there is a test we can try if you are comfortable with taking parts out of the computer

[Doby]

Most likely a bad psu (power supply) but it could also be a case switch or motherboard.
Do you know what psu is in it?
If this is a brand computer like dell,compaq or other please list the name and model.
If its a custom build please list its full specs.

The reason why I ask for this is because at this point the easiest thing would be to try another psu in it but if its a brand computer thats not always easy, but there is a test we can try if you are comfortable with taking parts out of the computer

[kable71]

have allready installed a new power supply, no change, taking parts out is not a problem. hard drive is currently out, but i dont believe it is needed just to power on the pc.
emachines pc
windows xp home
i will have more specs, i am not at home now. will be in a bit or tomorrow morning

Edited by kable71, 06 February 2008 - 10:03 PM.

[Doby]

Glad you mentioned its a emachine they are notorious for bad psu's and motherboards, I see so many of them on various forums and some in the shop.

Since you replaces the psu I'll bet the motherboard is bad,sorry