Should I unplug my PC during a thunderstorm

[Valery]

I have a highend PSU (Prime Titanium), does this make any kind of difference?

[The Chicagoan]

Originally posted by Scarlett:

I have a highend PSU (Prime Titanium), does this make any kind of difference?

no

[TheRandomGuy]

Generally losing power when in operation can be harmful, usually if your PC is doing anything like updating or messing with any files, as those files can be corrupted if power is shut down mid-operation.

If you use a surge-protector, I wouldn't expect there to be any damage to the actual parts though. I'd just worry about their being corrupted files or data. If your PC is in the middle of a Windows Update or is messing with any files you deem to be important, then I'd be worried.

[OLDMAN🎅]

not unless you have a UPS battery backup
An uninterruptible power supply or uninterruptible power source is an electrical apparatus that provides emergency power to a load when the input power source or mains power fails. Wikipedia

[Fluffy BUNNY]

Personally I would if in a lightning storm. Even with a UPS, your computer can, but a crazy small chance that your computer may get fried. Just make sure that your computer finishes updating before powering it down from the UPS. Just because you use a UPS, doesn't mean it's invincible. Just an extra layer of protection. I would also unplug your TV, Refrigerator, and anything else that you spent good money on.

[Jaunitta 🌸]

Running a wired connected ethernet cable that's the one that will fry your network card gpu , as its connected to the router and the phone. 9 times out 10 any lightning strikes will hit the phone line. Power surges in itself will not necessarily fry the computer via a power plug. But is advisable to unplug the power cable as well.
Unplug the ethernet cable is the main one..

[Product ∏]

Originally posted by Dr Doom:

Most measurements have been in the range 5,000 to 20,000 amps but a famous strike just before the Apollo 15 launch in 1971 was measured at 100,000 amperes by magnetic links attached to the umbilical tower. Currents over 200,000 amps have been reported.

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/electric/lightning2.html

There is NO device that can take a direct hit from a lightning bolt, however there is devices which can mitigate them, yet these are known as lightning diverters. These must be installed directly into your switchboard.

There are plenty of devices that can take a direct hit from a lightning bolt , go do some research and stop arguing with yourself!!!

[UTFapolloMarine]

just stay in the home and pray for a safe flight

[[☥] - CJ -]

If you are worried about it then yes, you can unplug it if you wish to be on the safe side.
UPS's and Surge Protectors can "Help" with such things, but as mentioned - Direct strikes are more of a problem.

[Katana]

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[Washell]

If you unplug, unplug from the rear of the PC and don't forget to disconnect the network cable too. That keeps you safe from a surge if the powerlines are hit and from the inductive charge of a near hit.

[pasa]

Probably not worth the trouble but if you bother don't forget to pull the "cable" going to the rooter and other similar external cables. Those are probably more likely to kill equipment than the AC.

[Bad 💀 Motha]

Unplugging electronic devices from the wall when a storm is near is the only way to keep them safe if something should occur such as surge, spike, brown-outs...

If you unplug a device that uses wired ethernet and do not unplug your modem/router, then also take the time to unplug the ethernet from the device as well, such as pc, tv, console, etc. But if you are going to do all of this to help save your pc from possible damagea, then might as well unplug your modem/router as well.

[Max Headroom]

>homeboy said to unplug your fridge lol

[Washell]

Originally posted by Max Headroom:

>homeboy said to unplug your fridge lol

Nah, if that gets struck it just goes to -100°C