Anyone in Singapore know anywhere to get tech help

EnDorphin

United States38 Posts

August 27 2010 13:01 GMT

I arrived in Singapore 2 weeks ago and my family got an apartment.
As I started to unpack things, I found my laptop, and desktop.(I am using my laptop right now)
So I decided to get my laptop out and get the desktop out later. After I unpacked everything,I took out my desktop.

Then I plugged the power cord, there was a huge BANG. Luckily, I am okay. I think my PSU exploded, because Singapore uses 220volt and I had my desktop as 110. Am I right? Did the PSU explode and are the other things okay?
Also, anyone who lives in Singapore, can you tell me where I can get tech help? or where I can get a new PSU.

Jiiks

Finland487 Posts

August 27 2010 13:16 GMT

Yep your psu is pretty much dead now.

For some reason psu manufacturers add a fuse after some capacitors and transistors(no idea why). So you most likely blew up few caps in there.
Other components should be fine.

Craton

United States17274 Posts

August 27 2010 13:19 GMT

Well your computer is probably fine, but your PSU is likely GG'd.

There do exist power converters you can use to go from 220v to 110v, even if your PSU doesn't have the option.

Vinnesta

Singapore285 Posts

August 27 2010 14:19 GMT

For a quick fix of your CPU (ie. getting a compatible PSU) you can bring your it to any Challenger store with a walk-in PC clinic. Check their website for the locations.

If you are more of a geek who wants to customize your computer, you can check out Sim Lim Square for specific brands of PSU. Buy one, and DIY fix it onto the CPU tower. It isn't that hard (I've done it without any problems, just check the wattage), and might even be half the price of going to Challenger. However if your PSU "exploded" you might want to get a professional to check each component of your computer...

You can check the location of any store/mall on Google Maps. Singapore is fully mapped out with accurate directions for cars or public transport!

Invictus

Singapore2697 Posts

August 27 2010 15:25 GMT

On August 27 2010 23:19 Vinnesta wrote:
For a quick fix of your CPU (ie. getting a compatible PSU) you can bring your it to any Challenger store with a walk-in PC clinic. Check their website for the locations.

If you are more of a geek who wants to customize your computer, you can check out Sim Lim Square for specific brands of PSU. Buy one, and DIY fix it onto the CPU tower. It isn't that hard (I've done it without any problems, just check the wattage), and might even be half the price of going to Challenger. However if your PSU "exploded" you might want to get a professional to check each component of your computer...

You can check the location of any store/mall on Google Maps. Singapore is fully mapped out with accurate directions for cars or public transport!

Pretty much what he said. Would recommend for u to send the CPU for a professional to check though, i would hate for ur PSU blowing up to take out some of ur PC parts with it

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