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Why do I have to unplug my PC to turn it on?

Why do I have to unplug my PC to turn it on?

It also could be a faulty power supply. USB devices may be the issue, according to the chatroom. Try unplugging all USB devices and see if the issue continues. He has three external hard drives, and there may not be enough power for those.

Is it bad to keep unplugging a PC?

Is it bad to unplug your PC every night? As long as you shut down Windows properly before doing so, there’s no harm in unplugging your computer at any time. There’s not much need to do so, but certainly no harm.

How do I check my power supply temperature?

Most PSUs don’t have internal temperature monitors; you will have to use a thermometer on the outgoing air to measure its temperature. If your PSU does have a monitor, the BIOS will display the temperature or use a monitoring software inside your operating system (OS).

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How do we take care of computer?

The 10 Commandements of Computer Care

  1. Install Antivirus Software.
  2. Perform Regular Software Updates.
  3. Run Computer Maintenance.
  4. Backup Files.
  5. Keep Your Keyboard Crumb Free.
  6. Clean the Screen.
  7. Remove Dust from Vents and Fans.
  8. Use a Surge Protector.

How do I discharge my PC power supply?

How to discharge capacitors on a Desktop Computer

  1. Turn off the computer.
  2. Unplug the power cord from the back of the unit.
  3. Hold down the power button on the unit for 30 seconds.
  4. Let go of the power button.
  5. Plug the power cord back into the computer.
  6. Turn the machine on.

Can I monitor PSU temp?

Most PSUs dont have an external output for their temperature sensor so you cannot check it with software, but in general the intake will be about your case temp and as long as you dont have a super low efficiency unit it should be about 10C off from the exhaust temp.