2006-06-25 10:00:01 · 19 answers · asked by amulz1234 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
I work at a computer repair shop and the answer is YES YES YES. Not only should it be turned off, but it should be unplugged from the power source..so should your phone line or ethernet cable. I've honestly seen computers get zapped by lightening/power surges that were turned off. Surge supressors can still push power even after they've been zapped and you would never know they aren't protecting you.
I know it's not practical, but if it's a really bad lightening storm, try to remember to at least turn it off and unplug it if possible!
2006-06-25 10:04:59 · answer #1 · answered by GirlsCanBeGeeks2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, an electric storm can send a surge of over 1000 volts to your computer. This can jump over the fuse and fry your motherboard, costing you hundreds of dollars in repair bills.
LOL, I know this, but I run my computer during electric storms anyway, because I think the danger is small.
2006-06-25 10:07:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would unless you have a gr8 confidence of the surger u plug it into is good even still don;t trust that. shut it down properly then unplug it. when u replug it in make sure u plug it in wall ( that surger u should have it plugged into then restart ur comp.) Even if the comp is shut off power can surge thru when u turn it back on and fry it so.. yea be safe
2006-06-25 10:04:17 · answer #3 · answered by gypsygirl731 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My house got hit by lightning, so I think it's a great idea to unplug electrical equipment! Unplug the arial cable from the back of the TV too.
2006-06-25 10:41:21 · answer #4 · answered by Ahwell 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes , unless u have the voltage regulator that connected to ur pc ... trust me ,my counsin's computer is gone because the lightning strike.
during thunderstorm and u are lucky that time, the lightning will increase the voltage supply to ur computer and ur cpu will overburn , then say bye to ur com..
but if u insist to use it durnig the thunderstorm, then get one ups
for ur com
2006-06-25 10:08:09 · answer #5 · answered by maxclark153 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always do, even though I have a surge protector bar. An electrical lightening strike is much worse than a normal electrical surge!
2006-06-25 10:04:11 · answer #6 · answered by shire_maid 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why take a chance?
Turn it off and unplug it completely.
2006-06-25 10:03:31 · answer #7 · answered by J.D. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
2006-06-25 11:22:42 · answer #8 · answered by Thom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont think so unless its connected to an outside wire like a cable connection.
2006-06-25 10:02:03 · answer #9 · answered by Manish K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes...turn it off and unplug it.
2006-06-25 10:05:10 · answer #10 · answered by synchronicity915 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋