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Redjake · 07-30-2008, 03:32 AM

Definitely the PSU. There is a small chance it damaged other pieces of hardware, but that usually happens when your computer is overloaded by lightning or something. If the PSU blew, you are probably fine.

Get an Enermax, Thermaltake, Sparkle, Antec. There is a good Thermaltake on newegg.com for $40 that will more than power what you have. Best way to check is to get a new one and install it!

One major disclaimer: have you tried unplugging your PC from both ends (unplug cord from PC, unplug cord from wall), hitting the power button a couple of times, and then plugging back up and turning on? Sometimes the PSU gets overloaded and will shut down and it won't turn back on until the charge has been released. I've seen numerous people order new PSUs when their current one was fine.

07-30-2008, 03:32 AM	#3 (permalink)
Redjake I'm a family man - I run a family business. Location: Wilson, NC	Definitely the PSU. There is a small chance it damaged other pieces of hardware, but that usually happens when your computer is overloaded by lightning or something. If the PSU blew, you are probably fine. Get an Enermax, Thermaltake, Sparkle, Antec. There is a good Thermaltake on newegg.com for $40 that will more than power what you have. Best way to check is to get a new one and install it! One major disclaimer: have you tried unplugging your PC from both ends (unplug cord from PC, unplug cord from wall), hitting the power button a couple of times, and then plugging back up and turning on? Sometimes the PSU gets overloaded and will shut down and it won't turn back on until the charge has been released. I've seen numerous people order new PSUs when their current one was fine. __________________ Off the record, on the q.t., and very hush-hush.