Hey everyone! I'm a bit confused about whether I should turn off the power supply switch after shutting down my PC or leave it on. My concern is that if I leave it on, fluctuations in the power grid might cause some issues, like short-circuiting. On the flip side, I've heard that keeping it switched on could wear out the motherboard battery over time. Just to add some context, my power supply has active PFC and is 80Plus bronze, plus I've got it connected to a line filter for extra safety. I'm new to this community, so if my question isn't relevant, just let me know!
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I get your concerns, especially if power issues are common where you live. Technically, unplugging is the safest, but that’s a hassle. A UPS could really help you manage any surges and keep your components safe during brownouts.
Just keep it on, your PSU should handle it without any issues.
I'd say just leave it on. The chances of something bad happening from power fluctuations are super low. It's like worrying about getting hit by a meteor—it could happen, but it's not very likely!
Consider getting a good UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). It really helps protect against those power spikes, especially with sketchy grid power like yours.
Frequent switching can put stress on your PSU, but if it makes you more comfortable to switch it off, go ahead. Personally, I only use it if I'm troubleshooting something.
Haha, good point! Thanks for the reassurance!