Computer froze, won't start

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by Madlib, Aug 28, 2012.

  1. Madlib

    Madlib Private E-2

    A few days ago my computer froze up while I was playing a game (it was an old and not very intensive game). I tried all the keyboard commands I could think of and the power switch, but nothing worked so I pulled the plug. Now there's no response when I try to power it up. I looked inside and saw no obvious loose or fried connections, and there was no smell or noise before it froze.

    My computer is a iBUYPOWER Gamer Power 925i with a GTX 460. This is the first problem I've had with it since getting it last May.

    P.S. If I'm right in thinking that I need a new PSU would this suit my needs?
     
  2. Tueur

    Tueur Sergeant Major

    My guess would be either PSU or Motherboard.

    I cant find any reference to what PSU is in your PC but I would think 650W is enough. I am not familiar with Ultra PSUs so I will let others comment on them for reliability.

    Personally I would choose from Corsair, OCZ, Antec and Cooler Master. Corsair and OCZ be prefered.
     
  3. Dumb_Question

    Dumb_Question Sergeant Major

    IF your psu IS the problem:

    I am researching PSUs at the moment.
    The eXtreme Power supply calculator is a tool which will give an idea of what power you might need, but don't depend on it's results, it will only give you an idea; look at the rated currents for each rail an see if they are what you need.
    The JonnyGURU site has some excellent ratings/reviews - for a link see the 'A List of Recommended PSUs' section in http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/forum/324368-10-computer-power-supplies-guide

    Dumb_Question
    29.August.2012
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    HP Pavilion dm4 1050ea
     

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