Timeline for What happens when hardware tries to draw more power than power supply can provide?
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| Apr 23, 2017 at 17:13 | comment | added | eckes | Well, besides random failures there is only one protocol, turn off the PSU. Most computer parts will understand that :) | |
| Apr 22, 2017 at 17:13 | comment | added | user1306322 | Sorry, but I don't think you understood the question. I am interested in learning more about the exact mechanisms of computer hardware acquiring power, and maybe some protocols that prevent abrupt shutdowns from happening. Not what happens when such protocols (if they exist) fail to prevent power overdraw. | |
| Apr 22, 2017 at 16:18 | history | answered | eckes | CC BY-SA 3.0 |