Computer struck by lightning

SoundTheSurrender

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I have a Nforce 2 based computer that is running very weird. It was hit by lighting and the network port doesn't work. I have been trying to install Kubuntu, Ubuntu, and OpenSuse and they all freeze up one way or another. I think there is more damage then just the network port... I finally got Kubuntu to install and it runs but I get some weird errors so I don't know if it is working right or not. I tried to shut down and it stayed at a blank screen and then when I hit the power button it shut off normally.
 

WildHorse

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Maybe look into whether the insurance that covers the place you live in cover zappage?
 

oynaz

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The most likely victims of lightning strikes are network adapter, modem and PSU.