K kidedward Beta member Messages 4 Jul 22, 2006 #1 Can a bad outlet or bad surge protector cause a bad CPU? Had another post earlier, but this gets more to the point.
Can a bad outlet or bad surge protector cause a bad CPU? Had another post earlier, but this gets more to the point.
T turtile Fully Optimized Messages 3,475 Location Delaware Jul 22, 2006 #2 It could wreck the whole computer if the power overwhelms the PSU and causes it to overvolt or undervolt - same with ampage. Many PSUs will shut off to prevent damage but a powerful surge would happen to fast.
It could wreck the whole computer if the power overwhelms the PSU and causes it to overvolt or undervolt - same with ampage. Many PSUs will shut off to prevent damage but a powerful surge would happen to fast.