w_tom

On Aug 12, 2:18 am, K8 notsogrand
<K8notsogr...@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote:
> If the power supply is not working, then whats powering my computer right
> now..
>
> And no, I dont have voltage meter.

If computer is not powered, then power supply is still powering some
computer parts. Why pull AC power cord from wall before changing
anything? Because even if computer does not power on, still, the many
parts of a power supply 'system' still have voltage.

Not having a meter is like not having a screwdriver. Meter and
screw driver are such standard tools that both are sold even in
Kmart. Are K-mart shoppers geniuses? No meter is no excuse. If you
want to fix it, then you get a 3.5 digit meter. A tool so
inexpensive, so powerful, and also sold in Wal-mart, Loews, Radio
Shack, Sears, Home Depot, and Tru-Value Hardware. Even Ipods are more
complex.

I thought you were asking for help. Based in everything posted,
then replies will only be wild speculation. If you want help, your
replies will only be as useful as information you provide. Currently
you have provided near zero useful information. Get the meter. Learn
how much is known in less than one minute.

If you want to solve the problem quickly, get that meter. Measure
purple wire DC voltage on the 20 volts scale both before and when
power switch is pressed. Post those numbers here. Learn where to
look for the defect.

Did you know that all powered off comptuers are still powered? Power
cord must be disconnected before moving anything inside the machine.
Why? Because even a computer that will not power on contains voltages
when power cord connects to AC wall receptacle.