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Jim Meagher <[log in to unmask]>
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Thu, 7 Dec 2000 18:17:22 -0500
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You should have an electrician install a NEW electrical
circuit to the bonus room .

I suggest one 20 ampere circuit for both computers.
If you will be putting in more than two computers, then
talk with your electrician about all your future plans.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Changhsu P. Liu" <[log in to unmask]>


> My computer is a bonus room from the master bedroom. I like the space
> although it's usually the hottest place in the summer and coldest place in
> winter. What bothers me more is the electricity power. It was not designed
> for high wattage usage. Everytime I turn on my printer, the light appears
> dimmer and unstable. A few week ago, when my wife turned on the vaccuum
> while my 2 computers were all on, we had a shut down of power of the area
> (bedroom, computer room, bathroom). It obviously exceeded the capacity
> allowed.
>
> I'm wondering if there is a way to increase the capacity to this area so
> dimmer light, power shutdown won't happen again. Or, only an electrician
> can do something about it?!
>
>
>
> Thanks,
>
>
>
> Changhsu Liu
>
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