F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop It shows power supply1 because it's connected to the heat sink for power delivery.

It shows power supply1 because it's connected to the heat sink for power delivery.

It shows power supply1 because it's connected to the heat sink for power delivery.

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mikeinsaw
Member
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08-07-2023, 07:14 PM
#1
I just attempted to place my hand on the heatsink while playing Ac Origins and accidentally touched it, causing a shock from the laptop's heatsink. I’m not sure why this is happening—I know heatsinks shouldn’t carry power, so what’s going on? Please help.
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mikeinsaw
08-07-2023, 07:14 PM #1

I just attempted to place my hand on the heatsink while playing Ac Origins and accidentally touched it, causing a shock from the laptop's heatsink. I’m not sure why this is happening—I know heatsinks shouldn’t carry power, so what’s going on? Please help.

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GehirnYT
Junior Member
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08-08-2023, 01:51 AM
#2
It might be related to the lack of grounding on your switch board.
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GehirnYT
08-08-2023, 01:51 AM #2

It might be related to the lack of grounding on your switch board.

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Kubninjan
Senior Member
389
08-08-2023, 08:06 AM
#3
I think it's not "powered," just leftover static.
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Kubninjan
08-08-2023, 08:06 AM #3

I think it's not "powered," just leftover static.

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midgetreborn
Junior Member
15
08-21-2023, 10:40 AM
#4
Does the laptop function properly? If it's in good shape, leave it alone...
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midgetreborn
08-21-2023, 10:40 AM #4

Does the laptop function properly? If it's in good shape, leave it alone...

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EGXC_RUNNER
Member
213
08-22-2023, 08:06 PM
#5
without grounding, components tend to rise in voltage, causing the laptop's heatsink to sit at higher levels. since there’s no path for current, a sudden surge will drop the voltage and recover gradually. if your power supply is switchable (can be plugged in either direction), try reversing the connection based on the charger’s layout to affect charge storage.
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EGXC_RUNNER
08-22-2023, 08:06 PM #5

without grounding, components tend to rise in voltage, causing the laptop's heatsink to sit at higher levels. since there’s no path for current, a sudden surge will drop the voltage and recover gradually. if your power supply is switchable (can be plugged in either direction), try reversing the connection based on the charger’s layout to affect charge storage.

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190
08-26-2023, 05:36 PM
#6
It could be resolved by using a short copper wire and linking the heatsink to the laptop's ground connection.
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Ender_Girl_LAF
08-26-2023, 05:36 PM #6

It could be resolved by using a short copper wire and linking the heatsink to the laptop's ground connection.

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CanaryRampage
Member
61
08-28-2023, 06:17 PM
#7
the device is functioning properly, but without a grounded wall outlet, it can't establish a reference point.
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CanaryRampage
08-28-2023, 06:17 PM #7

the device is functioning properly, but without a grounded wall outlet, it can't establish a reference point.

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Alex176
Junior Member
17
08-29-2023, 01:11 AM
#8
Testing it multiple times might affect your reaction, especially if you press it three consecutive times.
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Alex176
08-29-2023, 01:11 AM #8

Testing it multiple times might affect your reaction, especially if you press it three consecutive times.

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sargeantdwarf
Junior Member
27
08-29-2023, 09:43 AM
#9
Looks like a high-energy electro music clip, probably from an ElectroBOOM video.
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sargeantdwarf
08-29-2023, 09:43 AM #9

Looks like a high-energy electro music clip, probably from an ElectroBOOM video.