have to power computer on and off to finally get it to work

phoenixdarkful

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Apr 15, 2015
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this week my custom built computer has been acting up when i turn the power on all the fans, lights and peripherals turn on but the computer doesn't actually boot i have to hold down the power button to turn it back off or unplug the power cord and I had to do that only once the first day but now it takes at least 10 to 15 tries.
 
Failing PSU or failing motherboard?

First make sure ALL cables are connected properly. Then make sure DIMM's and video card seated properly also.

Best test is to try another known working PSU instead (borrow from friend, or neighbor etc if necessary). And/or try the PSU in another computer (friend, neighbor etc if necessary). This will determine if the PSU is failing or, whether the motherboard might be failing.
 

phoenixdarkful

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Apr 15, 2015
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4,510


Thanks I'll give that a try hopefully its just the PSU bums me out that I just built the computer this Christmas.