I've been wondering for a while which one of these methods is better and why.

1. shut down a non-responsive pc by unplugging it at the wall

or

2. by pressing and holding the power switch for a number of seconds.

I have always been told to avoid doing the first one if I can, but I don't know if that's the right answer.

Thanks.

Number 2 is the best. Unplugging from the wall IMO could cause a jolt to the motherboard.

Hopefully my advice will help you...Please post back with your results....thanks

Ditto to the above.

i_XpUser

hehe. That was quick. Thanks a lot :)

Yeah number 1 should be your very last option if number 2 doesn't work. Don't ever try number 1 unless there is no way of turning off your pc.

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most psu's come with a switch on the back to turn the power off and back on with... it would be sufice also, but I would make the wall unplug the last option.

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