A few months ago my computer stopped working, at first I didnt care but now I want it fixed. At the time we thought it was simply my power supply, but after being given a USED power supply, my computer still wont work. It turns on, but you hear no sounds like anything is loading. (Its a desktop) I cant ask a company, because my brother built my computer, but he's not currently living anywhere near me so I cant have him fix it. My brother said since it didnt sound like it was running any processes, that my cpu was fried. So.. Im wondering whats a cpu, how much does a new one cost, and how easily can a person fix it themselves? Or would it just be cheaper/easier to buy a new comp.
2006-10-15 16:42:36 · 7 answers · asked by Ket 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
usually its cheaper to buy a new one ,because something major caused it to fry
2006-10-16 08:22:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A CPU, or processor is a very vital component for a computer. Some examples are Pentium 3, Athlon 64, Core Duo, Turion, etc. To get a new CPU/Processor, go to Newegg.comm or a local computer shop. To find a compatible processor, find out what socket type the motherboard is, like 775, AM2, 478, etc. POst your motherboard specs and I will help as best I can.
2006-10-15 17:04:03 · answer #2 · answered by Koy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since you're asking what a CPU is, I'd suggest that you just buy a new computer and make sure you buy it with plenty of support.
Computers are really cheap now a days. (no wonder no one upgrades or fixes the older ones)
Though, if you want to play around with the old computer (since you're going to get a new one anyway and what more damage could you add), I suggest that you take the CPU, memory, video card out and clean it with a cleaning solution. After that, plug it back in. It might just work.
2006-10-15 16:49:59 · answer #3 · answered by thepinky 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
CPU, first of all, is the chip, or the brain of the computer, otherwise known as the microprocessor. They range in cost from around $120-$300 (that is a very broad range of prices. I acctually recently built a computer and I went through a website called www.cpu.com. it is a great site and it had all of the parts that I needed to build a full computer (and they are all discount prices).
2006-10-15 17:12:10 · answer #4 · answered by willis555 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
CPU is the processor, ie Pentium 4 or Athlon. The cost is entirely dependent on how good a one you want. If you are a complete novice I would not recommend installing it yourself, take it to a private computer store, NOT Geek Squad or someone like that, they overcharge.
2006-10-15 16:46:32 · answer #5 · answered by mysticman44 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi.u can't say that ur CPU was fired.check for the following
1.check that is there any loose connections in power sockets,plugs & wires.
2.if they r o.k.then check the continuity of power supply to ur computer's SMPS power chords.
3.if it is o.k. then, with care that power is switched off & remember every action u r performing,remove the cabinet of SMPS & check for the fuse.it looks like a small glass pipe.if it is blown then replace it with same rating fuse.
4.above said r all relates to power supply.
2006-10-15 17:17:23 · answer #6 · answered by G K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Brain.
2006-10-15 18:42:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋