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11 Quick Fixes for Gadget Disasters

by Warren Riddle on March 13, 2009 at 12:00 PM



4) Computer Won't Turn on After a Storm:

The problem: You don't have a surge protector and now your computer won't turn on after a storm.

The fix: One good quick fix, if your computer won't turn on after a storm, is to unplug not only the power cable, but also your keyboard, especially if it's not a USB-connected keyboard. The keyboard actually holds a small charge, so try unplugging both and hopefully your computer will reboot.

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