whit3rd wrote:



When warranties are served by swapping subassemblies, some really ODD
decisions are made as to what options are available. I've seen a case
where a socketed fuse could only be replaced by swapping the power
supply. Other times, subassemblies left out cables or brackets or
shields
Well, in many cases, a fuse is to prevent fire, AFTER a major component has
failed in a switching supply. Usually, more than one component is popped in
that case, so it is unlikely the average joe would have any luck repairing
it. And, you REALLY don't want to tempt people who might try to put in a
bigger fuse! Why the fuse was socketed, I don't know. But, my experience
with switching supplies is that the fuse REALLY RARELY blows due to surge
fatigue, it is usually after major failure.

Jon