My Prebuilt PC Won't Power On After Switching Components
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TechieBear42
I recently bought a prebuilt PC from eBay and decided to do a case swap, plus I added a new GPU and a new PSU. When I first powered it on, it worked for a moment but then shut off. I realized I was missing the CPU cable, so I installed it. After that, I noticed the AFP panel cable was disconnected and plugged it back in, but now I get no response from the computer at all. I've double-checked that all cables are secure, ensured the PSU switch is in the correct position, but still nothing happens. I even tried removing the CMOS battery, unplugging everything from the PSU except the CPU cable and the main power connector to the motherboard, and verified those connections. I also reconnected the AFP cable. Can anyone offer some advice on what to try next? Here's a picture of the setup: https://imgur.com/a/93kqeUh
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Are you sure all the cables from your new PSU are connected properly? It might seem simple, but sometimes they can look secure without being fully inserted. Double-check every connection, especially the ones on the motherboard and to the GPU. It could make a big difference!
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WiredForGaming77: Yeah, I had a similar issue when I did my build. Just one cable not seated right can cause all sorts of issues. Don't forget to check the 24-pin connector and any additional power connectors for the GPU!