Power Supply gone?

[Deon]

Hi there,

I think my PC's power supply just packed up. How can I test if this is the
case?

My pc worked and the next moment just went dead. I have a multi tester to
test some wires.
I already tested the Power Supply's outlet, the one that normally goes to
the monitor, and that's fine (we have 50Hz - 230V).

I trust I gave enough info to be helped.

Regards,

Deon

 

[Deon]

Shaun,

thanx for the bad news. I just had a little hope it's fixable.

Thanx again!

Regards,

Deon

 

[V Green]

Take the cover off and look for any lit LED's
on the motherboard. Most MB's have one or two...
if they're lit, at least some part of the PSU is still
working.

Power supplies are cheap anyway, it's probably just as
easy to go get one and try it...

 

[Shaun]

If nothing turns on, no fan on the supply then get a new supply.

 

[Richard Urban]

Anything electronic is fixable. It's just that the repairs may not be cost
effective. You need test equipment, knowledge, spare parts, time and a
schematic would sure be helpful!

Balance that against a new power supply that may cost $50.00.

--
Regards,

Richard Urban

aka Crusty (-: Old B@stard

If you knew as much as you think you know,
You would realize that you don't know what you thought you knew!

 

[Guest]

If you are going into the shop to buy a new PSU, then take along the system
unit.

Replace the PSU in the shop and turn it on. If the system doesn't start to
boot up, investigate your problems further with the asistance of the friendly
service staff at the shop.

This could save you a lot of running back and forward, and frustration.

 

[Deon]

If you are going into the shop to buy a new PSU, then take along the
system unit.

Replace the PSU in the shop and turn it on. If the system doesn't
start to boot up, investigate your problems further with the asistance
of the friendly service staff at the shop.

This could save you a lot of running back and forward, and
frustration.

Thanx guys,
you all gave excellent advice and I will surely follow your advice.

Regards,

Deon

 

[Deon]

If you are going into the shop to buy a new PSU, then take along the
system unit.

Replace the PSU in the shop and turn it on. If the system doesn't
start to boot up, investigate your problems further with the asistance
of the friendly service staff at the shop.

This could save you a lot of running back and forward, and
frustration.

Thanx for excellent help. I replaced the power supply and we are back on
air.