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If your Hard Drive is writing at the time of the power failure you might end up with a corrupt, unreadable file. Not right important if you're saving an email but could be disastrous if your computer's writing new registry data or something.
If nothing's being written, chances are nothing's going to be damaged during the outage.
It possible to loose your data or even worse when the power is back on it could send a power surge to computer and damage your Motherboard or computer peripheral
What else can I help you with?
You get an error during post a PC what could this mean?
Hardware Failure
Causes of PC failure?
There are many reason and causes Of PC failure. 1. Power Supply Is faulty. 2.Ram Is not Fitted In Slot Properly. 3.H.D power or IDE connecter Is not fix properly. 4.There are so many Causes depend Upon the situation.
Why would a PC repair technician need to know the power consumption of a peripheral components?
If the peripheral component draws power from the PC then that could relate to a problem on the PC. If it draws power from the same extension and the things in that extension are drawing too much power for the extension then that could also affect the PC.
How bad do power failures affect iMacs?
The same way they do any other piece of electronics. On the Mac a power failure will do no harm.
You are troubleshooting a PC that appears to be dead What are some possible causes of this condition?
A dead PC could have no power going to it. The power cable could be faulty or the circuit breaker on the power supply could be flipped. If these conditions all check out, then it is likely a faulty power supply. Try these solutions. If this doesn't work, let us know ;)
Why would a PC repair technician need to know the power consumption of a peripheral componet?
If the peripheral component draws power from the PC then that could relate to a problem on the PC. If it draws power from the same extension and the things in that extension are drawing too much power for the extension then that could also affect the PC.
Can a HD cause a power failure in the PC?
YES. When you first push the power button your PC runs a electric diagnosis every time. If it finds even the slightest error it will power down. If your hard drive is causing a short it will prevent the PC from powering on. You probably will get a very brief, say half a second, flash of the power light or a quarter turn on the fans. Best thing to do is unplug the power connection from the hard drive. If the PC powers on (it will not boot up) and stays on then the hard drive needs replacing. If the PC doesn't power on then keep unplugging components one at a time until the PC starts. Tip: Unplug PC from wall outlet before unplugging each component.
What is the main function of PC power supplies boxes?
The PC power supply box's function is to supply the computer with power. Without the PC power supply box, the computer would not be able to turn on and off.
What power adpater will be safe for a PC?
A power adapter that offers a power surge stopper is suitable for the PC and it prevent against power surges from the electricity.
Does a PC use more power than a TV?
A PC uses less power than a TV
How do you get to your PC on Pokemon SoulSilver?
Upstairs in your home, your PC is there. You could use that to check the mail. In Pokemon Centers, below Bill's PC, press "Player's PC" and then that's how you could get to your PC.
Is PC power a scam?
No
