Power strip that got wet

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Hello, first of all, I couldn't find an appropriate theme since my problem is purely material. Please excuse me. Here’s the issue:
Today, I first realized that my internet box displayed a very strange error message asking me to restart it with no effect. I thought that waiting or calling my provider would solve the problem. However, that same evening I finally got a screen for my new desktop PC. Since this one is old, I thought it might be the source of the problem, but it was showing the classic “no signal.”

Finally, it was later that I found an explanation: the faucet of my radiator had leaked into the power strip where my internet box, my PC, my phone charger, and a lamp were plugged in. The strip had reached quite an impressive temperature, and I quickly unplugged it. I then cursed myself for placing that outlet in such a stupid spot; however, the power didn’t trip! Moreover, the devices that were plugged into the strip seem to turn on. Given the reaction of my Livebox, which still shows "synchronization error" (or something similar), I’m worried about the PC. I hope it’s just the screen, but I won’t have another one on hand for a while.

One small detail: the ends of the two... rods? Metal parts making up the four male plugs have blackened by half a centimeter...

Could someone please reassure me? Or validate my fears? I left this outlet as it was for two days, but it was the first time I turned on my PC.

Best regards,
Sanen.

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poupougne13 Posted messages 43203 Registration date   Status Membre Last intervention   11 049
 
Hello...

First of all, if the plugs are black, you need to clean them so that the metal appears shiny, otherwise... no contact!
The power strip can be in the same condition, but you won't be able to access it: replace it!
Swap your PC/CAMERA cables to see what works or not...
Regards,
See you later!

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