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The tag 'burning smell' on WindowsForum.com covers user reports of a distinct burning odor coming from a computer, typically indicating a hardware failure. Common scenarios include a power supply or graphics card overheating or shorting out, often after a Windows update or during gaming. Users describe a plastic or electronic burning smell, followed by system shutdowns, monitor blackouts, or the computer failing to power on. Troubleshooting advice focuses on identifying the failed component, such as testing with a replacement power supply or inspecting the GPU for damage. These threads highlight the urgency of powering off the system immediately to prevent further damage.
  1. J

    Windows 10 AMD Graphics Card Issue After Latest Windows 10 Update

    Greetings community, The problem started after I updated Windows this morning to Windows 10 (64 bit) Version 10.0.16299 Build 16299. After installing, I browsed the web for a little bit after, and an hour or so ago started a game of Heroes of the Storm. The game crashed while loading a game. I...
    • jerryparker
    • Thread
    • 64-bit amd burning smell catalyst connection issues driver installation error 173 fps gpu overheating graphics card graphics driver hardware damage heroes of the storm monitor signal power button reinstall software suite troubleshooting update windows 10
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  2. Kylethedarkn

    Windows 7 Power Supply, or Motherboard fried?

    So a few days ago, I was using my desktop when all of a sudden i heard a click sound from inside the case. Immediately upon clicking the computer turned off. I then smelled the lovely but horrifying smell of burning electronics, at which point I unplugged the computer. After I while I tried...
    • Kylethedarkn
    • Thread
    • antec burning smell desktop electronics failure motherboard power supply testing troubleshooting warranty
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
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