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wdprice3
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I can't get my computer to boot. Occasionally, it will give me a media test failure/keyboard error (stating that one isn't connected, even though one is), however the keyboard works (pressing F10 goes to setup, arrow/enter/esc keys work in setup).

If I don't hit any keys, it starts to boot, then it just stops. I've seen this thing boot up before, so I know it works.

Any suggestions?

8/24/2008 5:39:30 PM

wdprice3
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I've tried using a different keyboard, same results

8/24/2008 6:19:43 PM

Skack
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Time to break it down to a base config. One processor, one memory dimm, no floppy, no CD/DVD, no USB devices, etc. If that doesn't work try a different dimm (assuming you have multiples.) If it's still a no go then you need a new MoBo or processor (unlikely.)

8/24/2008 8:40:27 PM

wdprice3
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thanks. i ended up getting a system32/config error. I just took it back to the seller to see what he could do.

8/24/2008 8:54:04 PM

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/thread. got it taken care of. time for a new tech thread though

8/24/2008 9:38:22 PM

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