Why do I have to unplug my computer to start?
It also could be a faulty power supply. USB devices may be the issue, according to the chatroom. Try unplugging all USB devices and see if the issue continues. He has three external hard drives, and there may not be enough power for those.
What will you check if the computer is not turning on?
Make sure any surge protector or power strip is correctly plugged into the outlet, and that the power switch is on. Double-check that your PC’s power supply on/off switch is on. Confirm that the PC power cable is properly plugged into the power supply and outlet, as it can become loose over time.
Is it bad to keep unplugging PC?
As long as you shut down Windows properly before doing so, there’s no harm in unplugging your computer at any time. There’s not much need to do so, but certainly no harm.
Why won’t my computer turn on?
It also could be a faulty power supply. USB devices may be the issue, according to the chatroom. Try unplugging all USB devices and see if the issue continues. He has three external hard drives, and there may not be enough power for those. A bigger power supply should solve that.
Why can’t Gary turn on his computer?
An error occurred while retrieving sharing information. Please try again later. Gary can’t turn on his computer unless he unplugs it, waits for five minutes, then plugs it back in. Leo says that if Gary is turning it off with the hardware button, the computer may be going into hibernation and there are known problems with a system in hibernation.
Does your monitor work when your computer is turned off?
The monitor works fine. after my computer has been off for an extended period of time, not like just a reboot, nothing will show on the monitor (it stays in powersave mode) until I remove the HDMI cable from the graphics card and plug it back in.
How to tell if the power switch is bad?
One way to test it, follow the ribbon connector or wires from the switch to where it attaches to the motherboard. Disconnect the connector from the motherboard and ‘jump’ the connectors with a small screwdriver to see if the power supply kicks on. If it does… switch is bad. It only happens about once a week.