New computer issues

Specs for my new desktop

Processor - AMD AthlonT64 X2 5200+ Dual-Core CPU w/ HyperTransport Technology

Power Supply - 500watt

Motherboard - Asus M2N-SLI Deluxe nForce 570-SLI MCP Chipset

Memory - 2048MB [1024MB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module Mushkin

Video Card - NVIDIA GeForce 7950GT 512MB w/DVI + TV Out Video eVGA Brand

250 GB HARD DRIVE [Serial-ATA-II, 3Gb, 7200 RPM, 8M Cache]

CD/DVD Drive 18X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive

*edit* CoolerMaster Liquid CPU Cooling Fan System Kit

12-In-1 Internal Flash Media Card Reader/Writer

Wifi Card, and a blue internal light

I bought this computer online recently, it arrived yesterday and i hooked everything up, however when i turned it on it lasted about 5 seconds then turned off, i talked to the company i bought it from and they think the powersupply is faulty and are sending me a new one.

The tech support guy didnt seem like he knew much about computers and i was wondering if the powersupply could be to weak for the computer, any ideas?

 

It really depends on the amps that the PS puts out. But still, the PC should have at least turned on and booted to Windows. If I were you, I'd really investigate the warranty for your PC. It sounds like whoever built/sold this PC is a bit shady. We have to be VERY careful with online purchases. I don't want to sound like an a-hole here, but would you buy a car without test driving it? Would you buy a house without a walk-thru? Would you buy a hamster without holding it? Would you buy a suit without trying it on? Would you marry a woman without dating her for awhile? Sorry, I'm getting bitter and starting to ramble... again, I apologize (but you get the point, right? ).

hopperdave2000

 

IBUYPOWER.com was where i ordered it from, actually i just had the sales manager Mark call me and inquire about it. I was told a replacement powersupply was on the way, and that it will arrive in three days.

I did upon reciving the computer, made sure everything was there and plugged in properly. I just wasnt sure if i was putting a little bit to much strain on the powersupply.