X61 won't boot - already replaced motherboard

need help,
my x61 turns on, displays the thinkpad logo and shuts down after 2 seconds. this also happens when the unit is on-battery only.
i already replaced the motherboard and the power cable.
i'm about to go looking for the DC-in part unless someone can give me any other ideas.
thanks in advance!
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