On Fri, 20 Sep 2002 11:13:53 -0400, Jim Prettyman <[log in to unmask]> wrote: >Can someone say what is ailing this 400 watt P.S. It runs and it does not run. >I have checked the fan it runs fine on another sys. Have replaced the fuse >that seemed to solve the problem. Then later it will start and then not the >next >time. If if were not a large ps I would trash it, but would like some comment >if there is any. I guess it is over the hill but had to ask first. >Thanks, >James Prettyman >[log in to unmask] > > The NOSPIN Group Promotions is now offering > Mandrake Linux or Red Hat Linux CD sets along > with our NOSPIN Power Linux CD... at a great price!!! > http://freepctech.com/goodies/promotions.shtml It sounds as though you may have a 'dry' joint, if you are competent at soldering I suggest that you open the PSU, remove the circuit board and inspect the soldered side very carefully with a magnifying glass. Any joints that are not smooth, clean solder or appear to have a circle around where the wire projects through, should be remade. once that is done, give it a try, it should be working OK, if not, it's probably a component at fault and will require the attention of a service technician. Hope this helps. The NOSPIN Group provides a monthly newsletter with great tips, information and ideas: NOSPIN-L, The NOSPIN Magazine Visit our web site to signup: http://freepctech.com