Power problem or fried motherboard?

Question

I was trying to adjust an antenna on a wireless card and ended up pulling the card loose. Now the computer won't turn on. Did i fry the motherboard?

Answer 1

Maybe/maybe not, but you should provide more information if you want help or some suggestions.

• Is this a laptop or desktop.
• Did you notice or feel any sparks, smoke, etc. when you were working on the motherboard?
• Have you tried reseating power connectors and double checked all connections?
• When you say it won't turn on, to what extent? Does pressing the power button do anything at all? i.e. beep codes or error lights of any kind?
• And finally, just cause I've been there - is it plugged in?

Answer 2

Have you tried unplugging the power cord for a minute. We have a number of computers that will not power up after an abnormal shutdown. Unplugging the power cord then plugging it back in and the computer boots right up.