hardware safety

  1. Backward HAT Sparks Smoke: Pi 5 Safety and Design Lessons

    A Microsoft engineering manager's weekend tinkering ended with the smell of burning plastic and the all-too-familiar “magic smoke” rising from a Raspberry Pi 5 after a HAT was accidentally fitted the wrong way around — a small error with an expensive lesson attached. The incident, documented by...
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  2. Windows 11: How to Fix GPU Ejecting Issue & Safely Remove Hardware Confusion

    In recent times, Windows 11 users have encountered an unexpected and perplexing issue: the operating system prompts them to eject their graphics processing units (GPUs) via the "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" feature. This anomaly has raised concerns among users, especially those...
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  3. Understanding and Troubleshooting ASUS Anti-Surge Protection on Motherboards

    When booting up a Windows PC equipped with an ASUS motherboard, some users have become all too familiar with an alarming BIOS message: “ASUS Anti-Surge was triggered to protect system from unstable power supply unit.” For both enthusiasts and everyday computer users, this warning can be an...
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    • Forum: Windows News

  4. How to Filter Websites and Searches with Microsoft Family Safety

    How to Filter Websites and Searches Using Microsoft Family Safety Microsoft Family Safety provides powerful parental controls for filtering inappropriate websites and ensuring safer browsing experiences for children. This guide outlines the steps to configure web and search filtering across...
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  5. Tech Highlights: Oblivion Remastered, Windows Green Screen, EU Fines & AI-Driven Browsers

    Fans of the classic RPG genre had reason to celebrate this week when Bethesda launched The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. As one of the most influential RPGs of all time, Oblivion’s return was met with anticipation, nostalgia, and a dose of...
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  6. NVIDIA RTX 5090: Thermal Concerns Over 12V-2×6 Power Connector

    NVIDIA’s upcoming RTX 5090 is already creating waves in the tech community—not just for its performance specs but for an unexpected thermal hiccup. Early thermal imaging tests have revealed that the card’s innovative 12V-2×6 power cable can reach temperatures as high as 150°C. While the GPU...
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  7. The Risks of Uninstalling Security Updates: Safeguard Your Device

    In our interconnected digital age, where we share our most valued personal data through various online platforms, the significance of keeping our devices secure cannot be overstated. Regular installation of security updates is your frontline defense against cyber threats. However, the allure of...
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  8. VIDEO Why is this PCIe Card RADIOACTIVE?

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    • Forum: The Water Cooler

  9. VIDEO What Happens When You Boil Your CPU in WATER?

    :iee: Maybe not try this at home ?
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  10. VIDEO Can You Take a Shower With Your CPU?

    A clean machine :p
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    • Forum: The Water Cooler

  11. VIDEO What Happens IF You Remove Pins From Your CPU?

    Don't try this at home :eek:
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  12. VIDEO Unsafe Computer Catches Fire: NZXT H1 Case & BLD Serious Problems

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  13. VIDEO Don't worry, it's just ESD! (Electrostatic Discharge)

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    Leaving Fully-Charged Devices Plugged In

    Is it a general rule to unplug devices when they're charged so that the battery doesn't get over-loaded or does it depend on the device? Like I heard some devices will automatically stop drawing power once they reach the full limit. I was kind of under the impression all charging devices work...
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