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Default My old house wiring -- Sparks flying, plugs dying, computer being destroyed?

On 28 Dec 2006 12:20:50 -0800, "stars1234"
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Ideas on what may have happened and how do I fix it?

Most importantly though, any damage being done to the computer?


I can only suggest a computer solution. Unless you have some
exceptional warranty that covers damage you may get (from 50's
wiring). I would advise something like:

http://www.apc.com/products/family/index.cfm?id=23

In a network environment once; one saved me during a "brown out". It
protected from the drop and surge in power.

Good Luck.
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Oren

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