Power surge/ now everythings dark

last week I had a power surge late at night, in the am the computer was off, it won't turn on. I press the power button and the light comes on the button, but when i release it everything goes dark again......pls help, is it a powere supply issue or did it just get fried?

Hi, benny -
Welcome to Apple's Discussions.
... is it a powere supply issue or did it just get fried?
There's plenty of time to experience the worst; no sense in looking for it.
Based on the symptoms you describe, resetting the PMU may well take care of the problem. This Apple KBase article provides info on doing that -
Article #95037 - G4 (AGP) - Resetting PMU
Although that article is written around a G4 (AGP) model, it applies to all G4s except the G4 (PCI) model. The location of the PMU button will vary on different models; it's usually near the battery.
If your G4 happens to be a G4 (PCI) model, then these articles apply -
Article #95065 - G4 (PCI) - Resetting Cuda
Article #95066 - G4 (PCI) - Resetting the Logic Board
It is possible, too, that the internal battery may need replacing. You can get a replacement at places like Radio Shack for about $US 15.

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