No lights or fans
Mains power, charger, power supply, battery and board input are considered.
Computer won't turn on Birmingham
Computer Won't Turn On in Birmingham
Diagnosis for desktops and laptops with no lights, no display, boot loops, intermittent power or sudden failure.
Free general diagnosis · Quote before work · No Fix, No Fee on repair labour
Free general diagnosisSpecialist data-recovery assessment may differ
Quote before workNo chargeable repair without approval
Typical turnaroundUsually 1 to 3 working days
Appointments onlySmall Heath workshop and Birmingham call-outs
Computer won't turn on Birmingham
No power, no display and no boot are different faults
A computer can have power but no picture, reach firmware but not Windows, or show no signs of life at all. The exact stage of failure determines the next checks.
Fans spin but no display
Memory, graphics, monitor, cables and motherboard startup may be involved.
Turns on then off
Power protection, short circuits, cooling and component faults are possible.
Boot loop
Firmware, Windows, storage and hardware stability can all cause repeated restarts.
Beeps or warning lights
The pattern can provide useful hardware diagnostic information.
Works only sometimes
Loose connections, power input and temperature-sensitive faults may need repeat testing.
Diagnosis before replacement
Do not repeatedly power-cycle a device with heat, liquid or a burning smell
Disconnect power when there is visible liquid, sparks, swelling, smoke or a burning smell. Repeated attempts can turn a local fault into wider board damage.
Note the last normal use, any upgrade or incident, and exactly which lights, fans or sounds appear. Bring the charger for a laptop.
- External power and charger
- Power supply or battery
- Memory and connected devices
- Display and graphics output
- Motherboard and boot storage
What affects the repair
What narrows a no-power diagnosis
A useful quote depends on the exact model, fault and condition rather than a headline price alone.
Signs of life
Lights, fans, beeps and display behaviour separate power from boot and screen faults.
Recent event
A liquid spill, storm, upgrade or failed update can change the test order.
Device design
Laptop power paths differ from desktop power supplies and modular components.
Data risk
Storage should be protected before repeated boot or recovery attempts.
How repairs are handled
From first call to final testing
- 1
Call or WhatsApp
Tell us the device model, symptoms and whether you need a workshop appointment or call-out.
- 2
Diagnosis
We inspect the fault and identify the likely repair route. General fault diagnosis is free.
- 3
Clear quote
You receive the options and price before chargeable work begins.
- 4
Repair and testing
Approved work is completed and the relevant functions are checked before return.
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Useful checks before booking
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Read guideMotherboard Repair or Replacement: Which Is the Better Route?
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Read guideDeleted Important Files? First Steps That Protect Recovery Chances
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Read guideFrequently asked questions
Before you arrange the repair
Should I keep pressing the power button?
Not if there is heat, liquid, smoke, a burning smell or repeated clicking. Disconnect power and arrange an assessment.
Does no display mean the graphics card failed?
No. The monitor, cable, memory, motherboard and boot process can all cause no display.
Can you recover files if the computer is dead?
Possibly. The computer fault and storage condition are assessed separately.
Do I need to bring the power cable?
Bring the laptop charger and any unusual desktop power adapter. Standard desktop mains leads are less critical, but tell us what was used.
Speak to a technician
Tell us what lights, fans or sounds appear
Those details help distinguish no power from no display or a Windows boot problem before the device is moved.