can't start the computer! What is wrong with it?
1461444
I had an issue where the power button needed to be pressed repeatedly in order to start it. This kind of an issue is being reported all over message boards. I did an exchange on mine to see if that would help.
2177508
The power supply in your machine could be problematic. You should research that issue!
758232
You need to go into the BIOS and change the boot up order. It's trying to boot off the external drive probably. If you don't know how to do this, just wait until after computer boots (Windows screen) and then plug external drive in. That should work.
1446948
What you need to do is check the socket type. If I am not mistaken this is for a laptop and it did not work for me. The reason was not the processor or socket but rather the CPU was not the broken component. Find your computers socket and check the processor socket and if they match your good to go
602520
I can't really remember if I got an error message at all. I think my computer would just not turn on. Or it would but wouldn't last long. My IT friend figured it out right away and installed. Haven't had any problems since!
259384
try disconnecting the power, remove the battery , then replace the battery and the power , restart and if it does start call dell and have them remotely check out your laptop
329753
Please check all the connections and replace with a new power supply. If the problem remains please send it back. Thanks!
1877805
Assuming that this is a laptop, it could be a variety of things. I know that at least with a desktop, no screen activity during startup is a sign that the motherboard might be dead. I don't want to rush you into a panic, but I can tell you that the problem most likely has nothing to do with the adapter. Are you still getting sound? How old is the laptop?
1988860
Did u watch a you tube tutorial on installing it? And double check connections? Mine started after install but it took the computer thru all sorts of blue screens like a foreign object had been implanted and was leaching off the system.
1352630
The computer is refurbished from a third party vender.. having some problems with it working i.e. recognizing the optical drive and password over writes in Window 8 start up... when it works it is a nice machine ... will take it some where for a fix
175911
I am sorry to hear of your troubles however I have had nothing go wrong with my computer thus far. Good luck
1412282
The start button works perfectly on my machine, haven't used many of the processing buttons, but try the reset button, and see if that works. Possibly this is a damaged product.
1476611
Unfortunately you have not provided enough info on your problem. In general, if it is a hardware problem, like it no longer turns on, it is not worth spending my on repairing these gadgets as it would be more money fixing them than buying a new one. If it is a configuration problem, then you can download user manual from the web or if you have backed up your unit, then reload your old configuration.
735451
Are you using the proper power supply. I was cleaning rearranging my desktop, and inadvertently plugged the power supply from my modem into the laCie drive. It had enough power to turn the light on, but not enough to actually run the drive. I HAVE had a couple issues with my drive. The USB port now routinely disconnects for not apparent reason. Makes it difficult to copy large files.
1358297
Sorry about your problem. I haven't had any problem booting up my Dell. I did, however, have a problem with an Acer when I put it in hibernation and then restarted. It would boot part way and then reboot. I finally cured that problem by using Shutdown instead of Hibernation. Good luck with your Dell.
227748
I've had this computer for about 3 months and haven't had this problem (or any problem for that matter)... What have you downloaded recently? Maybe a program or something you downloaded caused this. Worst case scenario, used "system restore" to reset the computer back to a certain time when the problem didn't exist
2268538
Contact the company for a replacement through Amazon Support. One of mine also gAve my PC troubles. In the future, I would stay away from this brand. TLDR: Contact through Amazon for refund or replacement. This can be done through your Orders page.