Console fix? Anyone?

[Dostuff]

I have a Dreamcast that has a known working power supply, that powers on for a second or two then shuts off? I am confident it is not a power supply issue. Any suggestions?

[krssn]

Check if the fan works when you turn it on...

[Dostuff]

When I remove the GD ROM, the system starts and stays on. I assume it is booting since I have not connected ti to a monitor. At this point I believe the GD ROM is bad. are there any known issues and repairs for this? If my only choice is to get a new drive, then I will most likely go solid state. What are your thoughts?

[Dostuff]

Update, I placed a working GD ROM in the broken DC and it worked. So I know the drive is bad. Any common issues that can be fixed?

[krssn]

Never had any troubles like that with the drive. So I'm out.

[SomeGuyWithASega]

I've recently had an issue with my DC where the laser wouldn't read any games (I guess someone was touching the laser, definitely not me). I fixed it by opening up the Dreamcast and turning the orange screw in the back of the laser assembly a tenth of a clockwise rotation. This increases the power of the laser to make it read games better. If this doesn't work, you could try cleaning the laser with a cotton swab with a dab of rubbing alcohol on it.

You may have to end up replacing the laser or the entire assembly though. There are tutorials for that, but it does require a bit of soldering.