This PC case causes shocks—ungrounded power supply.
This PC case causes shocks—ungrounded power supply.
You're experiencing electric shocks when touching certain parts of your PSU case, especially screws. The adapter you're using allows power through a non-grounded outlet, which is risky. Grounding the outlet yourself would be costly, but keeping the PC running for a month until you can fix the grounding is not advisable. Consider upgrading to a properly grounded outlet or consulting a professional to ensure safety.
Safe depends on your situation. Assume you have the necessary materials and know how to handle them. Make sure the power is completely off before proceeding—don’t risk it. Electricity has no concern for your emotions. Follow the guidelines carefully; ignore this advice and you could face serious consequences.
It means staying safe without risking injury or damaging anything. I don’t have any background in electricity and I’m worried about getting help from an electrician.
It seems to come from a voltage caused by capacitive coupling through the ground wire or grounded components. Depending on the power cable length, it shouldn’t pose a direct danger to you, though it could affect your equipment. Are there any nearby grounded points? For instance, radiators or metal water pipes should be properly grounded. You can connect a cable from the case to a grounded surface to ensure safety—this isn’t ideal but prevents shocks.
All I can say is getting shocked is not safe. https://www.asc.ohio-state.edu/physics/p...rrent.html If you didn't die the 1st time, you might not die the next time. Having grounded equipment plugged into ungrounded plugs is *bad*. I wish I could give you a definite answer but I can't. History is full of smart people who made one mistake, and it was their last. Be Well and Bon Chance!
The only way forward is to ensure all outlets are correctly grounded. Without proper grounding for necessary devices, it poses serious risks and can be extremely dangerous.