How to unplug and discharge before repair

Written By: Padraic Hoselton
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How to unplug and discharge before repair

Difficulty

Very easy

Steps

2

Time Required

1 minute

Introduction

Prerequisite guide for safely powering down your PC before opening it for maintenance or repair.

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    • Power down your PC and remove the power cord from the back.

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    • Press and hold the power button for about 10 seconds, then release.

    • This helps drain any remaining power stored in the capacitors, so that you can safely work on the internal components.

Conclusion

Now you can start doing repairs on it.

Author

Padraic Hoselton

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