
Quote: Originally Posted by
isaaclopez
The weird thing is that it's really picky.. Sometimes it boots into the BIOS and sometimes it doesn't. When it does get past the BIOS it just freezes while loading up Windows
This is a tricky problem because of the intermittent nature.
I would assume for the moment that as it sometimes manages to get past the BIOS screen that the hardware CPU, RAM, and Graphic chip are ok.
I would also assume for the moment that Windows not starting is a seperate problem.
Does your monitor switch on properly? it may be wise to check it using another monitor and cable? that at least should be easy for you to check.
I also suggest starting the PC with the side off so that you can check the operation of both the CPU and PSU fans.
I then think you need to check all cable connections by physically removing and replacing the cables. If you still have no joy you will then need to check the seating of all hardware in the same way.
Finally the only option left is to try replacing parts one at a time I imagine this may prove difficult due to the age of the PC and I would, if I was you consider if it is worth the effort.