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    M15x takes awhile to startup and Fans dont work

    Discussion in 'Alienware M15x' started by kurupt, Jan 21, 2014.

  1. kurupt

    kurupt Notebook Consultant

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    So lately my m15x takes a few seconds to light up after hitting the little alien button and the screen doesnt show anything until it gets to the windows login screen. I've also noticed that my fans aren't spinning for my gpu and Cpu. Before it was just my GPU so I bought a new fan which is still on its way but now I think its something else. Possibly my PSU?

    UPDATE: Hwinfo got my CPU fan running but my gpu fan still isnt running

    UPDATE 2: Replaced GPU Fan and now it starts up but only with hwinfo along with the cpu fan. Going to try buying a new PSU and hope that helps. Wont hurt either since the one I have right now is really worn out anyways. Thanks for replying porras
     
    kurupt, Jan 21, 2014
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  2. Alienware-L_Porras

    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    I would wait for the replacement GPU fan, it could be damaged.
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Jan 22, 2014
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