Risks involved in exchanging computer power supplies.

[Jurgeaustin]

Hello,
I want to test the broken computer with a different Computer Power Supplies. So whether it is a good idea to pull the power supply from the old computer and use it in the broken one to test for other fried components.

Thanks

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To answer the pointless question, however -- since this is an FAQ site, after all -- there's no reason to not use a known-good power supply in another computer. Just be sure that:

• the type matches (ATX version)
• it carries enough watts
• it's clean, with no grime/dust blocking the fans
• the fans haven't seized up while it lay dormant (the bearings can dry up and lock)
• the wiring matches; you may need adapter cables
• it fits the computer case; some custom PSUs exist from the likes of Dell, HP, Sony, IBM and other "big names"