Windows xp is trying to start up but cannot.

Hi, what is the make and model number of the pc?
The fans starting and then stopping is not good - try cleaning the fans and inside the pc with a can of compressed air.
If the fans then start and continue you run, let us know.

http://www.wikihow.com/Clean-the-Inside-of-a-Computer

 

Hi, recheck the monitor connection - unplug and then re-fit.
Do you have another monitor you can use, to see if that will work?

If you move the mouse or touch the keyboard - does it now come out of sleep mode?

 

younggodlywomen, I've removed the product key from your post, you don't want to post those on open forums.

thanks,

v

 

The next move would be the following.
Turn the Pc off - remove the plug from the wall.
Once you have opened the case.
Touch the metal case to discharge any static.

Remove any dust - do not use a vacumm cleaner, too much static.
Check that all fans are free of dust and will rotate.

Remove Ram - Video cards etc and then Reseat them in their slots.
But first - clean the copper connections of the Ram - Video cards with a pencil eraser.
If more than one Ram stick - use just one stick at a time installed in your Pc, as a test and see if it will start.
Unplug and reconnect all cables and connections.

Put the case back on the Pc - and see if it will boot to the desktop.
Cleaning inside your computer
http://www.howtogeek.com/72716/how-to-thoroughly-clean-your-dirty-desktop-computer/