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August 15th, 2013 13:00

Dimension 8300 quit working

My Dimension 8300 started to squeal - near the front for the desktop which I think was the CPU Fan.  Then suddenly the squealing stopped and the desktop quit working.  When I try to start up the desktop everything turns on and the HD light comes on for a couple of seconds then goes out with out booting up.  I think my CPU is fried.  I have found a site that sells Intel P4's and CPU fans, but I was wonder would this also have damaged my Motherboard?   

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August 15th, 2013 13:00

GPatrickH

What is the colour of the power button LED, is it solid green, blinking green, solid amber, blinking amber?

Check the sequence of the four Diagnostic Lights on the back of the case.

Are there any 'Beeps'?

The 8300 Troubleshooter and Diagnostic codes are HERE

 Bev.

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August 15th, 2013 15:00

The power button LED is solid green.  I'll have to go to the my office to check the diagnostic lights and beep(s) in the morning.  

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August 20th, 2013 05:00

Hello GPatrickH,

Please let us know the status of the Diagnostics Leds  and beeps as suggested  by Bev. Based on these information, we can isolate the cause of failure.

Awaiting your response!

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