[TriLUG] OT Computer wont boot up

[Roy Vestal]

hadn't fried any yet (over 250 machines so far)
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jason Tower" <jason at cerient.net>
To: <trilug at trilug.org>
Sent: Friday, June 20, 2003 1:54 PM
Subject: Re: [TriLUG] OT Computer wont boot up


> BAD IDEA!  ATX power supplies actually supply power to the motherboard
even
> when the PC is turned off.  you should always physically unplug the power
> cable before working on a system with an ATX supply, otherwise the
potential
> to damage parts is significantly increased.  the older AT power supplies
are
> different, they don't supply power at all when switched off.
>
> jason
>
> On Friday 20 June 2003 13:42, Jeremy Portzer wrote:
> > On Thu, 2003-06-19 at 19:28, Roy Vestal wrote:
> > > Couple of things to try:
> > >
> > > 1: Reseat the RAM. Make sure you have discharged any ESD by simply
> > > touching the power supply with the power supply *OFF* (no nasty shocks
> > > please!).
> >
> > Note that you must leave the power cable plugged in for that to be
> > completely effective, so that any ESD has a path to ground.  That
> > assumes that you have a proper three-prong power cable and your outlet
> > is properly grounded.
> >
> > Alternatively, and grounded wrist strap is a really good idea.  It has a
> > resistor inside it too to reduce the risk of shock should you
> > accidentally touch something hot while you're grounded.
> >
> > Good suggestions all around, Roy!
> >
> > --Jeremy
>
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