Can loose outlets damage equipment?

[dunkirkman]

So I had my PC plugged into a surge and then the surge into the wall outlet. Both outlets were loose and I had to make sure the surge cord was in the right spot so it would stay on. Anyway, I turned my PC off last night and I saw the surge protector box was off in the morning. It had to of wiggled loose.

So I managed to make the two outlets tight and work perfectly now, and my PC turns on, but can loose outlets damage components??? I know it can cause fires but im talking in terms of not getting enough electricity or it just somehow zaps the equipment like a lightning strike would. Is my PC ok?

 

[richiestang_78]

If your outlet is that loose I would either suggest replacing it, very easy with lots of videos on youtube on how to do it and safe if you turn of your homes breaker switch to that circuit or hire an electrician to do it. As far as damage to your components, its sorta a yes and no. Some parts wont be affected however hard drives can be damaged from sudden loss of power.

 

[dunkirkman]

I did fix it and my PC was turned off as mentioned

 

[SgtScream]

If you have a reputable power supply, it most likely has many features to stop damage to your internal components:
https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/power-supplies-101,4193-21.html
Don't worry so much!

 

[dunkirkman]

I probably shouldn't worry as much as I do. But I was using a 4k tv brand new ahahaha. All electronics were off except HDD but I was not using it. I use a $60 Tripp lite