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Emachine W2087 not booting

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by poppasdg

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My friend has a Emachine Desktop model w2087 with a Ahlon XP Cpu and windows XP. The computer stopped working; power supply failed, no post beeps, no video display, and keyboard does not light up. The 250 watt power supply was replaced and the computer powers on as soon as it is plugged in with the power cord. The motherboard has build integrated video and I suspect the m/b is bad and likely the cpu is dead. The cpu fan works. The Keyboard, Mouse, Hard Drive and monitor all work on other computers. Does anyone hae any suggestions why this computer will not bootup and display?

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by Former member

I would replace the power supply (if possible) with a more resonable punch (more power) at least to 500 watt or 750 watt. If not then i would be looking at the memory chips and replace these to find out if the computer will boot. I would not think the cpu would be dead but the memory chips could be suspect.
Hope this helps.

by poppasdg

The power supply was replaced and the computer starts up but does not boot up to Windows XP. There are no display lights on the keyboard and no response from the mouse. The monitor, keyboard, mouse, hard drive, CD-Rom work with another computer. There is no CMOS or post at start up. The computer has a Athlon 2000 CPU and the motherboard has integrated video. I thought of changing the CMOS battery, a new memory card and maybe bypassing the onboard video by inserting a video card. Also, as soon as the power cord is inserted into an outlet the computer powers on but it will not turn off using the front panel power button. Hopefully, this will explain more detail to you. Thanks for replying.

by djolof021

i also have a Emachine desktop model c2160 and it has the same problems as you described them.I need suggestions too! Thank you

by poppasdg

You can visit www.emachines.com to view info on your computer and specifications. Too, you can try contacting their technical support for some assistance.

My friend purchased a new computer rather than repairing a four-year old system. She gave the old one to me but I don't have the time to repair or rebuild it. I have read on Goggle.com where other FIC AM37 boards having similiar problems. I still think it may be the video, cpu or a leaking capacitor on the motherboard.

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