Electrostatic discharge disrupts my screen display.
Electrostatic discharge disrupts my screen display.
I began to observe that occasionally when I interact with my headphones (AKG K72), static appears and I feel a mild shock. My monitor sometimes turns off, and my GPU also shuts down—this is worrying. I’m unsure why this happens and worry it might harm my PC. I’m considering replacing the headphones or switching to a different power adapter (APC PM6U-RS).
I've experienced this before too. Static electricity during discharge creates a small EMP effect, and screens seem more affected. It doesn't cause permanent damage—just brief display issues. There are established EM resistance guidelines. Products can function normally while also allowing self-recovery without external help. Essentially, they should resume operation after the event without user input.