The computer shuts down whenever you move your desk.

tonylaflem
Member

218

03-01-2016, 03:34 AM

My HP built in 2013 often stops working when I accidentally shake my desk. I’m not sure why this happens, and it usually takes about 15 minutes to restart, which bothers me a lot.

tonylaflem

03-01-2016, 03:34 AM #1

My HP built in 2013 often stops working when I accidentally shake my desk. I’m not sure why this happens, and it usually takes about 15 minutes to restart, which bothers me a lot.

DasNuschi
Junior Member

03-15-2016, 06:04 AM

Ensure all cables are firmly attached. Consider placing the computer on the ground if possible. You may need to drill into the machine and verify every connection is secure—after nine years it’s possible some links could have loosened slightly.

DasNuschi

03-15-2016, 06:04 AM #2

ArceusHD
Member

154

03-16-2016, 08:16 AM

Thanks! I'll look into the connections, but unfortunately I don't have enough cables to lay them down. I'll still check, and appreciate your assistance!

ArceusHD

03-16-2016, 08:16 AM #3

Thanks! I'll look into the connections, but unfortunately I don't have enough cables to lay them down. I'll still check, and appreciate your assistance!

EGXC_RUNNER
Member

213

03-18-2016, 06:52 AM

We're discussing a complete breakdown of the setup—like a sudden bump that could knock over a pen, or the effort spent crafting an avatar, ten hours into a match, ending with the final boss, plus countless minor glitches, all leading to a total meltdown.

EGXC_RUNNER

03-18-2016, 06:52 AM #4

MarcosPlayZ
Junior Member

03-26-2016, 07:28 PM

A slight bump here, but it’d barely move a pencil.

MarcosPlayZ

03-26-2016, 07:28 PM #5

A slight bump here, but it’d barely move a pencil.

okA_
Member

141

03-27-2016, 11:56 AM

I'm in favor of that too. Has it ever completely stopped before? If yes, maybe something slipped out—just verify the cables first.

okA_

03-27-2016, 11:56 AM #6

I'm in favor of that too. Has it ever completely stopped before? If yes, maybe something slipped out—just verify the cables first.

MigosATL
Member

213

03-27-2016, 12:29 PM

I never let it fall, it’s the only machine I own, so even when moving it for cleaning, I’m ready to bend my fingers to protect the surface.

MigosATL

03-27-2016, 12:29 PM #7

I never let it fall, it’s the only machine I own, so even when moving it for cleaning, I’m ready to bend my fingers to protect the surface.

guntaj800
Member

112

03-27-2016, 03:12 PM

I understand, I've been a long-term relationship for ten years too, though sometimes things just happen.

guntaj800

03-27-2016, 03:12 PM #8

I understand, I've been a long-term relationship for ten years too, though sometimes things just happen.