Problem withlight flashing on bottom of computer and inability to turn machine on

I have a touchsmart IQ800t which I purchased in December of 2008 along with a three year in-house warranty. In April of this year, I was unable to turn my computer on and there was a light blinking from the base of my computer I called customer care. They ran several steps for me to try and when nothing worked, they said I should send my computer in
for repair. No-one could come to my house as they indicated that it could not be fixed at my house. After they sent me the wrong size box, followed by the right size, I sent it in. This has been done three times and three times it has come back with the problem not fixed. Each time I get lists of things they have done, but I go to turn it on and it doesn't. I still get a flashing light and an inability to turn it on.
 I am very frustrated and could use some sound advice.
Thank You.

Wow, you're way more patient than I am. I sent in a (different model) computer because within 24 hours after purchasing it, I got a BSOD. This happened pretty consistently for several days. With my background, it was pretty clear it was either CPU or motherboard problem. Long story short, I sent it in for servicing, it came back with the OS reinstalled (that was fine, expected even) but the check list of what they tested was completely BLANK and no indication that any kind of repair or parts replacement was done. Again, I got a BSOD relatively soon. 
At that point, I contacted HP support via email again and firmly but politely requested a replacement model and my issue was escalated to a "case manager". And I got my replacement.
Since your computer is under warranty and if that warranty includes replacement, I would do everything possible to escalate your issue to someone who can make that happen.
If all else really fails, you could try contacting CEO communication services here: http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/execteam/email/hurd/index.html
I did this recently regarding some basic but missing functionality regarding the TouchSmart applications; in addition to the standard, mostly automated email assuring me my email had been forwarded to the right people, I also got a follow-up voice mail, giving me a case number and phone number to call if I had any additional concerns.
Being polite, firm, and on point in all your communications is key.
Good luck!

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