computer shock

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by taziskev, Jul 10, 2008.

  1. taziskev

    taziskev Private E-2

    If I rest my arm on top of the tower or it touches the side of the tower I will get a small shock, what's up with that
     
    taziskev, Jul 10, 2008
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  2. DavidGP

    DavidGP MajorGeeks Forum Administrator - Grand Pooh-Bah Staff Member

    Hi

    Its very very likely you have an internal cable touching the side of the case, need to check all cables, especially for wear and tear.
     
    DavidGP, Jul 11, 2008
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  3. mcadam

    mcadam Major Amnesia

    ...or the case isn't earthed properly, just got to hope it's not that.
     
    mcadam, Jul 11, 2008
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  4. thesmokingun

    thesmokingun MajorGeek

    or if youre on carpet, you could just be discharging static electricity to the metal case..
     
    thesmokingun, Jul 11, 2008
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