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220-701 · Question #347

The user turns on the computer and hears a popping sound and detects a burning smell. The system will not power on. Which of the following is the MOST likely problem?

The correct answer is A. Power supply has blown. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

The user turns on the computer and hears a popping sound and detects a burning smell. The system will not power on. Which of the following is the MOST likely problem?

Options

  • APower supply has blown.
  • BCPU fan is faulty.
  • CMotherboard has overheated and shutdown.
  • DUPS has been tripped.

How the community answered

(17 responses)
  • A
    76% (13)
  • B
    12% (2)
  • C
    6% (1)
  • D
    6% (1)

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