Your situation has changed—what steps should you take next?
Your situation has changed—what steps should you take next?
I'm really disappointed right now. I took out the glass side panel because the CPU was getting too hot and I needed to play. When I tried to reattach it, it broke into many pieces. I’m worried about turning it back on since there could be leftover glass fragments inside. Is it safe to power it up then? The panel looks extremely fragile—only a few centimeters thick, yet it was very heavy. Should I worry about the build quality? Was this just a design choice for durability or poor construction? It definitely feels like it was made to break easily. My advice is to reconsider using glass panels going forward.
That's tempered glass. A single precise impact causes immediate damage. To make sure your PC is ready to use, I'd remove the GPU, take off the CPU heatsink fans, and keep the device in a spot where you can easily clean it or avoid stepping on any glass fragments.
ceramic tends to be tougher than tempered glass, but many users on the PCMR forum caution against placing items on ceramic surfaces as it can cause damage.
Lots of rattling noises because glass isn't a good conductor. I'd also spend some time cleaning out the power supply unit to make sure there are no sharp pieces inside.
Glass acts as insulators, preventing shorts. In extreme cases, a fan could become lodged. Disassemble the PC and check for any issues inside. You may also find a replacement panel from the manufacturer.
If you accidentally snip your finger while trying to remove them, it might happen if you attempt to pull them out. When your fans can spin freely, the situation should be okay. Glass doesn’t conduct electricity. Check if your case maker offers replacement side panels.
It seems you're questioning whether wood would have prevented the damage or if a carpet would be better.