I have already searched the forums for start up problems, but most people had problems with Windows not starting up, but my computer just doesn't boot up at all. The screen just stays black, and I can't turn it off with the power button; I must switch off the power source. After numerous tries, I can occasionally get it to the Windows XP loading screen, but it hasn't gone past it for a few days. A few weeks ago, my computer was fine, except it would suddenly reboot like the power had been switched on and off. I've read other forums, where others had problems with the power source not being large enough. I tried disconnecting my CD writer to lessen the power usage at start up, but it doesn't seem to help.
My computer is an AMD 2400+, with 256mb DDR RAM, 300W power source, 40gb Western Digital hard drive, and some crappy videocard. It runs on WinXP SP2, and currently has only 1 USB device attached, the mouse.
What is most suspect?
My computer is an AMD 2400+, with 256mb DDR RAM, 300W power source, 40gb Western Digital hard drive, and some crappy videocard. It runs on WinXP SP2, and currently has only 1 USB device attached, the mouse.
What is most suspect?