I turned on my PC, but none of the fans are spinning, and the monitor is showing 'no signal'. I tried the eraser trick on the RAM sticks and reseated them. I've also attempted to boot with one stick at a time, ensured they're properly placed, and tried accessing the BIOS, but nothing works. I'm concerned I might have to buy a new PC because my family is struggling financially.
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Before you pulled the RAM, were the fans not running at all, or did the system seem to work at some point? It sounds like there could be an issue with the RAM or power supply. Make sure all cables are securely connected, especially the power supply. Switching out cables might help too; you could try different power and monitor cables to rule out easy fixes.
Sounds like a classic PSU problem. It might be worth checking that out before diving into any expensive repairs.
Here are some steps you can try:
1. Check all power connections to the motherboard and ensure they’re fully seated.
2. Reset the BIOS by removing the CMOS battery or changing the jumper.
3. Remove the graphics card and disconnect any drives or unnecessary components. Try powering it up with just the essentials connected.
If it still won't power up, you might need to test with another power supply. If that fails, your motherboard or CPU could be damaged.
Is your PC getting any power at all? Are there any lights on the motherboard that indicate power? If the LEDs are on, that’s a good sign, but it could still be a PSU issue.
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