Not connected correctly to ground?

xwrongwayx
Junior Member

05-30-2016, 06:10 PM

This behavior seems unusual but could be due to residual electrical energy. Touching the screws causes a shock while the device is off and unplugged, but not when powered on. It suggests the case may retain some charge. This doesn't harm your components but might affect safety if left unattended.

xwrongwayx

05-30-2016, 06:10 PM #1

_Altron_
Junior Member

05-30-2016, 06:28 PM

The computer is connected to ground using the ground pin on the power cable. Removing that means any stored charge flows through you because you become the route to ground when you make contact with the case.

_Altron_

05-30-2016, 06:28 PM #2

_Shipow_
Member

05-30-2016, 08:12 PM

You need to let your PC fully charge before handling it. Keeping it plugged in while charging can be harmful.

_Shipow_

05-30-2016, 08:12 PM #3

You need to let your PC fully charge before handling it. Keeping it plugged in while charging can be harmful.

BattleHack
Member

156

06-06-2016, 02:12 PM

Connect it directly with the power outlet and switch it off. This makes the power cord act as a grounding connection.

BattleHack

06-06-2016, 02:12 PM #4

Connect it directly with the power outlet and switch it off. This makes the power cord act as a grounding connection.

r_money123
Junior Member

06-07-2016, 09:35 PM

Your computer stops sending shocks about 30 minutes after you power it down. You can leave it connected until then.

r_money123

06-07-2016, 09:35 PM #5

Your computer stops sending shocks about 30 minutes after you power it down. You can leave it connected until then.

XHi_Im_AshX
Junior Member

06-07-2016, 10:34 PM

Power moves swiftly like light, releasing energy immediately.

XHi_Im_AshX

06-07-2016, 10:34 PM #6

Power moves swiftly like light, releasing energy immediately.

luxrox
Member

227

06-24-2016, 05:37 AM

It seems unusual for you to feel shocked after being turned off. The issue might relate to how your device handles power interruptions or grounding setup.

luxrox

06-24-2016, 05:37 AM #7

It seems unusual for you to feel shocked after being turned off. The issue might relate to how your device handles power interruptions or grounding setup.

JonoGaimz
Member

07-01-2016, 11:18 PM

It doesn't have grounding. For maximum safety, especially with existing shock problems, use a grounded outlet.

JonoGaimz

07-01-2016, 11:18 PM #8

It doesn't have grounding. For maximum safety, especially with existing shock problems, use a grounded outlet.