The mini fridge might be affecting your computer performance, leading to crashes.
The mini fridge might be affecting your computer performance, leading to crashes.
Consider separating the computer and mini-fridge into different circuits.
The mini fridge running USB one could mean the PSU isn't sufficient for all power needs, or the motherboard might have poor power handling. However, if the fridge includes its own power converter, it aligns with what @revsilverspine mentioned.
You might fix the issue by adding a voltage stabilizer to the power line. (For example... an UPS with built-in power conditioning or a standalone power conditioner.) Alternatively, you could use a powered USB hub and connect the microphone to it (or the mini fridge if it supports USB)...
There are faulty connections from the house affecting power stability. The refrigerator is experiencing voltage spikes, which also impacts me. The best options are either completely rewire the home (impractical) or find ways to lessen the issue. My temporary fix involved several adjustments: installing quality surge protectors, using a UPS if available, and ensuring a solid power source. I relocated the fridge away from the main electrical panel and added a separate surge protector at the outlet. Reducing USB usage—especially for the motherboard interface—helped significantly. USB devices are more vulnerable than PCIe connections. Moving my LAN to PCIe resolved the problem entirely. Once fixed, these changes should remain in place. Even after removing the fridge, future devices might still trigger the issue. I previously used a lava lamp and an electric one with similar problems; reaching their maximum power limits caused the same effect.
Updating the home and modernizing it is the optimal choice, though many individuals lack the funds for such improvements. I have no clue what the cost would be for a standard house, but it’s likely to be quite high.
I understand your point. Being in the trade gives me an edge, but owning your home still carries risks—especially if something goes wrong. It's better to prioritize your family's safety over potential costs. Selling your house would highlight that it's been maintained well. However, doing this might not be practical due to expenses and effort. I tend to go for the most straightforward solution when possible. For instance, if a boiler stops working, I'd rather replace it myself than invest in a new one.
I experienced a problem a while back where my PC would occasionally fail to boot. It took a long time to realize my PC wasn’t compatible with the printer’s socket setup. Moving the printer across the room resolved the issue. The electrical setup in my home at that time was quite unreliable.
I understand that time has gone by since you shared your thoughts. I’m sorry this issue affected your experience with the mouse and keyboard, especially if it made movements feel faster than intended. It would help to know what steps you can take to resolve it.