Motherboard Issue..methinks? 1

[jimbk]

Hi guys..gals..and anyone else with more knowledge than I,

I had already posted my problem over in the "video issues" section..but I think the problem is worse than that. I've tried unplugging..replugging most if not all of the cables within the computer case. I think..and have called the local computer tech who informs me that my Sony VAIO is "notorious" for their motherboards going kaput..to say the least. I sell these machines at work..but am not super keen on the guts and what is involved in replacing a motherboard..such as if you have to replace the CPU and the motherboard..or..just the motherboard..these are things Im not sure of.

Specs of the Comp are as follows..and I appreciate any responses...Jim

Sony PCVRS 510
P4 2.8 GHZ
512 Mb of DDR SDRAM
Intel 865GV chipset

I bought it refurbished it only came with a 90 day warranty..should have bought the extended warranty..but here are the specs...credit goes to CNET for the specs (not sure about copyright..)

http://reviews.cnet.com/Sony_PCVRS5...__PCV_RS510/4507-3118_7-30788752.html?tag=tab

 

[micker377]

If you can get the original motherboard, it's just a matter of disconecting everything on the board, replace the board, plug everything back in, reset the BIOS jumper and boot. Before you panic, remove all un-needed boards, disconnect all usb devices, use one stick of memory. You want CPU, memory, keyboard, and video. Try this setup and see what happens.

 

[jimbk]

Just want to say thanks micker377..I finally broke down and took my pc to a tech. He confirmed that it is indeed the motherboard and will be replacing it.

Thanks