Computer only powers on when power supply switch is halfway off

ThornBird

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So this is kinda an update to a previous post, and I've managed to narrow it down to how to get my computer to start. Basically, for my computer to start, I have to move the switch on the power supply to the halfway on, halfway off position, and there will be a staticy noise and then the computer will start up.

http://www.quietpc.com/images/products/zm500-rs-large.jpg

That picture will give you more of an idea what I'm talking about. Imagine the switch in that being in the halfway on and halfway off position, while the power is ON, and then a static noise happening and only then does the computer power on. Once its on it runs perfectly fine until it's switched off again.

Does this mean there is a problem with my power supplys ability to power on? Because once it's been "jumpstarted" it runs perfectly fine no problems.

Specs:
XFX 650W Bronze Edition PSU
Asus z87 Plus Mobo
GTX 770
Intel i5 4670k
Kingston HyperX RAM 8GB
Coolermaster Hyper212 Evo
 
Solution
If it is still under warranty, send it back. A bad power switch can be pretty dangerous if it gets any worse. Doubtful it will get better.

ThornBird

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Is it safe to continue using it how it is? Because I don't mind having to use this technique to get it to start because once its started its fine.