The old power supply remains functional and can be used.
The old power supply remains functional and can be used.
I have been storing an old computer at my parents place that I built back in 2009. Unfortunately, some mice decided to make a nice nest in the case and some of the components were damaged. Surprisingly, aside from the power supply, all the damage seems more cosmetic than anything else.
The power supply itself seems fine and the only damage I can find is that one of the SATA power cables had the plastic chewed off and now the bare wires are exposed. These are not modular cables, so I can't just pull them off and replace.
It's a Silver Stone 1000 watt, OP1000-E
I have not tried plugging it in for a test yet because I'm not sure if that's a good idea.
I was wondering if I can just use some electrical tape, or something a bit more heavy duty, to wrap the exposed wires in, not use those hookups and just use some zip ties or something to keep the separated from the rest of my system. There are 2 SATA cables on this power supply, so I can just use the other cable for my needs.
Is this a terrible idea?
If I can bind the cables, what's the safest way to test the power supply?
It really comes down to how the wiring is set up. If the power flows steadily through the coils even when not connected, it’s best to skip using it. However, if there’s no noticeable charge passing through, it should be fine. For testing, leave it disconnected from any equipment and place it on a non-conductive surface, then use a voltage tester to check if it’s active when connected to a power source.