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531s 'on' switch
I have an Inspiron 531s which, like some others I have read about in these forums, can be shut down but cannot be switched on again. Fortunately, if I wait several hours, sometimes overnight, the Dell will boot up, again using the 'on' switch.
I then purchased a replacement for the Front I/O panel, Dell unit #WN097, and installed it because I came to the conclusion that this assembly was the cause of the problem. I also wanted this to be the cause since the cost was so much less than a new power supply.
Unfortunately, I was wrong, and I have the same problem with the new assembly. I can still boot up, but I am compelled to wait overnight or keep the Dell on all the time.
I believe I am left with one solution, and that is to replace the power supply.
Has anyone in the forums another solution, or is my conclusion about a new power supply the best idea?
Thanks for any assistance.
arnmh1
Hi Zohaib,
I received your email and the suggestions within. As agreed, I will buy the power supply and this should solve the problem.
Thanks for the time and effort you put into this matter. When the power supply is installed, I will let you know the final
results.
Thanks once again.
arnmh1
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Dell-Zohaib R
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Posted September 8th, 2012 22:00
Hi arnmh1,
I can understand the agony of waiting so long for the computer to start. I will have few troubleshooting steps.
Looks like your resolution is correct! Symptoms and troubleshooting indicate that the problem is with the power supply. However I would like to look at your system details before I suggest any fix.
Request you to private message me your system service tag number. To private message accept my friend request; click on my user name and click start conversation.
Do reply with results.