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April 23rd, 2015 09:00
Dimension E520 - Won't Boot Up
I have had problems recently with this computer freezing up. I did a system restore, and it worked Ok for a day, but now when I turn it on the computer gets stuck just showing the numbers 3 & 4 on the tower itself. It won't even bring up a display on the monitor.
I think it may be time for a new computer. Any suggestions? The computer is 10 years old.
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shesagordie
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April 23rd, 2015 13:00
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Diagnostic Lights x-x-3-4 usually indicates a memory issue, first try opening the case, then remove and reinstall all the memory modules, to see if this makes a difference.
See pages 19 and 41 Here:
http://ftp.dell.com/Manuals/all-products/esuprt_desktop/esuprt_dimension_desktops/dimension-e520_service%20manual_en-us.pdf
Bev.
shesagordie
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April 23rd, 2015 15:00
The OP has a Dimension e520, that requires a Dell OEM BTX motherboard, not a Vostro 260 that is ATX.
Bev.
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April 23rd, 2015 15:00
Lots of Vostro 260 system Boards available on eBay for less than $100. New desktops on sale or from the Dell Outlet Store at $200-250.
To try to fix them using heat, I recommend the oven procedure over the heat gun, as you really don't know where the potential problem is located and the heat gun could easily over-cook some part. Should be the last thing you try. Lots of videos on uTube. Good luck!
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April 24th, 2015 07:00
Oops. Must have been looking at the wrong post.
Lots of 520s available at ~$50.