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Originally posted by RaceProUK
Is the PC plugged in via a surge protector strip? If so, a surge may have tripped the protector. So the solution is a new strip 
Powerboards can have two bonus features. They are a circuit breaker, and a surge absorber.
A circuit breaker cuts power ("trips") when it detects a fault. After removing the cause of the fault, you can reset the circuit breaker by pressing a button once you have waited one minute.
A surge absorber absorbs surges in supply voltage. The surge protector has a limited life (depends on the amount and severity of absorbed surges). Once the surge protector has been used completely, it ceases to function. The indicator light on the powerboard will not light, and surge protection will not be available, but the powerboard will still be usable.
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