Computer Gurus Please HELP! My computer got fried!
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Hello Socal!
There was a power surge in my area and my computer got fried while being turned off!
I was in the rest room brushing my teeth when I noticed the two light bulbs get extremely bright and then just turn off! I waited for about 5 mins and then the power came on.
I checked everything and my computer is the only thing that doesn't turn on. I've tried plugging it into different outlets and nothing seems to work. It's DEAD!!
I have a lot of important info on the computer and just wanted your advise on what I should do!!! Please help!!
There was a power surge in my area and my computer got fried while being turned off!
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I checked everything and my computer is the only thing that doesn't turn on. I've tried plugging it into different outlets and nothing seems to work. It's DEAD!!
I have a lot of important info on the computer and just wanted your advise on what I should do!!! Please help!!
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it may have burnt your power supply. open up your computer case, and check if it smells burnt.. i don't know if it could possibly have damaged the motherboard, but i would try the power supply first..
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Originally Posted by tightcrap7,Oct 4 2008, 12:09 PM
it may have burnt your power supply. open up your computer case, and check if it smells burnt.. i don't know if it could possibly have damaged the motherboard, but i would try the power supply first..
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I'll open it up right now. What if it's burnt! Is it easily replaceable?
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Originally Posted by ESCALVANTE,Oct 4 2008, 01:13 PM
You're speaking french to me!
I'll open it up right now. What if it's burnt! Is it easily replaceable?
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I'll open it up right now. What if it's burnt! Is it easily replaceable?
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that little box at the top left is the power supply. if it smells burnt that could be the problem. just go to a local fry's electronics with it in hand, and ask for a replacement. they run for about $25-45 bucks.
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Originally Posted by Bert05GPW,Oct 4 2008, 12:15 PM
prolly just the power supply... remove the screws in back that hold the PS; open the case; disconnect it from the mobo; slide in new PS; connect mobo; enjoy.
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What brand, type should I go buy to replace it? Should I got to Fry's, Radio Shack, or Best Buy?
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Originally Posted by Picturepro,Oct 4 2008, 12:16 PM
Check your power strip, replace it if needed
plug another device into it and test
Costco has a battery back up power strip for $39
I bought two
plug another device into it and test
Costco has a battery back up power strip for $39
I bought two