F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop The computer stops working after you hit your desk.

The computer stops working after you hit your desk.

The computer stops working after you hit your desk.

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WalnutOne3486
Junior Member
39
12-02-2020, 05:59 AM
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It began when I took out my graphics card without a clear reason. After rebooting, I noticed the computer would crash whenever I bumped or slammed my desk. Removing the card made everything normal, so it was likely related to the graphics card itself. When the card was inside, crashes occurred. I replaced the motherboard to check for a faulty PCIe slot, but it didn’t match. I tested the card thoroughly and confirmed all connections were secure. I stress-tested it and it ran smoothly for ten minutes straight. Any slight impact or tap caused it to crash again. I’ve tried undervolting the card, reinstalling drivers, and cleaning fans, but nothing resolved the issue. It could be a problem with the PCIe slot, though I’m not certain. My Gigabyte RTX 3070 OC has three fans and is slightly bent—maybe that’s the cause. If you have any suggestions, please share. Thanks!
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WalnutOne3486
12-02-2020, 05:59 AM #1

It began when I took out my graphics card without a clear reason. After rebooting, I noticed the computer would crash whenever I bumped or slammed my desk. Removing the card made everything normal, so it was likely related to the graphics card itself. When the card was inside, crashes occurred. I replaced the motherboard to check for a faulty PCIe slot, but it didn’t match. I tested the card thoroughly and confirmed all connections were secure. I stress-tested it and it ran smoothly for ten minutes straight. Any slight impact or tap caused it to crash again. I’ve tried undervolting the card, reinstalling drivers, and cleaning fans, but nothing resolved the issue. It could be a problem with the PCIe slot, though I’m not certain. My Gigabyte RTX 3070 OC has three fans and is slightly bent—maybe that’s the cause. If you have any suggestions, please share. Thanks!

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Lord_Whis
Member
70
12-06-2020, 03:15 PM
#2
Verify the GPU connections; it might be slightly loose. Also, avoid hitting your desk hard.
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Lord_Whis
12-06-2020, 03:15 PM #2

Verify the GPU connections; it might be slightly loose. Also, avoid hitting your desk hard.

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Nikke_Girl
Junior Member
17
12-16-2020, 05:01 AM
#3
The GPU pins look fine there only 2 shorter ones but that's normal. Also I wasn't really slamming my desk its the tiniest taps with the smallest amount of force it is a very strange problem.
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Nikke_Girl
12-16-2020, 05:01 AM #3

The GPU pins look fine there only 2 shorter ones but that's normal. Also I wasn't really slamming my desk its the tiniest taps with the smallest amount of force it is a very strange problem.

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PersieO
Posting Freak
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12-16-2020, 09:47 PM
#4
Do you have any devices connected via USB that could be unstable and risk a short circuit?
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PersieO
12-16-2020, 09:47 PM #4

Do you have any devices connected via USB that could be unstable and risk a short circuit?

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leonardo0803
Member
180
12-21-2020, 05:42 AM
#5
I realized I purchased a USB coiled cable for my keyboard, and even though the PC isn't running, the keyboard lights up when I touch it. Recently, I checked and confirmed the cable is securely connected.
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leonardo0803
12-21-2020, 05:42 AM #5

I realized I purchased a USB coiled cable for my keyboard, and even though the PC isn't running, the keyboard lights up when I touch it. Recently, I checked and confirmed the cable is securely connected.

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ThatSoftware
Member
221
12-21-2020, 06:26 AM
#6
Check for additional USB devices, disconnect everything and tap the desk.
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ThatSoftware
12-21-2020, 06:26 AM #6

Check for additional USB devices, disconnect everything and tap the desk.

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Lethalethan
Member
57
12-29-2020, 05:46 AM
#7
Ready to proceed with the test now.
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Lethalethan
12-29-2020, 05:46 AM #7

Ready to proceed with the test now.

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c_x_y
Member
227
12-30-2020, 06:51 PM
#8
Sure, I managed to get it working without any issues. It seems the problem was resolved by adding just one screw during installation.
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c_x_y
12-30-2020, 06:51 PM #8

Sure, I managed to get it working without any issues. It seems the problem was resolved by adding just one screw during installation.

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NiborMinecraft
Junior Member
31
01-01-2021, 11:59 AM
#9
This adjustment could work well. Great effort in correcting it. Please note this thread should be marked as solved if this doesn't recur.
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NiborMinecraft
01-01-2021, 11:59 AM #9

This adjustment could work well. Great effort in correcting it. Please note this thread should be marked as solved if this doesn't recur.

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jerJaf
Junior Member
16
01-06-2021, 03:56 PM
#10
It seems the graphics card might be causing the issue again.
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jerJaf
01-06-2021, 03:56 PM #10

It seems the graphics card might be causing the issue again.

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