Is it ok to put to pcs on one outlet only? one pc has 500watts the other has less? also the speaker and modem and router are in the same outlet
2007-11-11 23:42:59 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Generally this isn't a big issue. You aren't actually using all 500 watts in fact from the AC side you probably aren't even using 50! Computer supplies are rated in the DC output values. Most outlets are set to allow 15-20amps. As long as the total consumed doesn't exceed that you are fine.
I have three systems on an outlet -- not the best idea but all available at this time so yes you can just be careful not to overload or the breaker / fuse to that outlet will open.
15 amps at 120 volts = 1800 watts
Voltage x Amperes = Wattage
Wattage/Voltage = Amps
Check your power supplies AC ratings to see what it really pulls. It won't be pulling 500 watts - probably around 50.
here is a quick calculator
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/Bill_Bowden/ohmslaw.htm
2007-11-12 00:30:32 · answer #1 · answered by Tracy L 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can if you like? You can see what heapings o,k.
2007-11-13 00:57:51 · answer #2 · answered by JustAsking 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋