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CaptainTruth

(6,612 posts)

3. I've had to replace a few power supplies, darn electrolytic caps.

Reply to Backseat Driver (Original post)

Tue Feb 23, 2021, 01:32 PM

Feb 2021

The caps swell up, crack the top, & leak electrolytic "goo." In years past I would replace the caps but power supplies are so cheap now, the last time I just replaced the whole thing.

Also, if it's an older desktop, don't forget to check/replace the battery on the motherboard, usually a CR2032 in my experience.

Good luck!

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My old girl died last night [View all] Backseat Driver Feb 2021 OP

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I've had to replace a few power supplies, darn electrolytic caps. CaptainTruth Feb 2021 #3

Older HP pavilion; no longer supported by HP and the supportive software- what's my chances? Backseat Driver Feb 2021 #5

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Thank you all; you give me hope Backseat Driver Feb 2021 #6