1. You are viewing our forum as a guest. For full access please Register. WindowsBBS.com is completely free, paid for by advertisers and donations.

Anyone here an electrician?

Discussion in 'PC Hardware' started by ehauff, 2003/03/31.

Thread Status:
Not open for further replies.
  1. 2003/03/31
    ehauff

    ehauff Inactive Thread Starter

    Joined:
    2002/12/27
    Messages:
    57
    Likes Received:
    0
    Salvaged an old power supply from anold computer to use on another project...problem is i dont know how to make it turn on. Any ideas? thanks for any help.
     
    ehauff,
    #1
  2. 2003/03/31
    Bmoore1129

    Bmoore1129 Geek Member

    Joined:
    2002/06/11
    Messages:
    1,675
    Likes Received:
    3
    Plug it into the wall and turn on the switch (if it has one, some don't). It comes on automatically if it works.


    Should be able to measure voltages at the cable ends. Black is neg and yellow or red is positive.
     
    Bmoore1129,
    #2


  3. to hide this advert.

  4. 2003/03/31
    ehauff

    ehauff Inactive Thread Starter

    Joined:
    2002/12/27
    Messages:
    57
    Likes Received:
    0
    Tried that....do i need to ground it to itself? Maybe it is shot...i get the 3v and 5v but no 12 volt. Thanks
     
    ehauff,
    #3
  5. 2003/03/31
    KevinSaul

    KevinSaul Inactive

    Joined:
    2002/01/07
    Messages:
    425
    Likes Received:
    0
    Sounds like it's NG to me.
     
    KevinSaul,
    #4
  6. 2003/03/31
    RASelkirk

    RASelkirk Inactive

    Joined:
    2003/01/01
    Messages:
    139
    Likes Received:
    0
    Computer power supplies need to see a load in order to output voltage. Just plug a peripheral into one of the power cables and then try it.

    Russ
     
    RASelkirk,
    #5
  7. 2003/04/01
    Alex Ethridge

    Alex Ethridge Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    2002/01/07
    Messages:
    675
    Likes Received:
    4
    Turning on power supplies is quite different between AT and ATX. Which is it? From your problem, it sounds like ATX.
     
    Alex Ethridge,
    #6
Thread Status:
Not open for further replies.

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...