I'm curious about what happens if a turned off laptop gets dropped into water, as long as the battery is removed beforehand. I'm specifically looking to know if there are any immediate issues I should be concerned about, not the long-term effects like corrosion.
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Honestly, it really depends on how long the laptop was in the water and whether you got all the water out. A tiny bit left behind can create big problems, so make sure to fully dry it out before even thinking about turning it back on. Better safe than sorry!
If your laptop is submerged in water, even without the battery, there's still a chance it could short out. There are components like capacitors that can hold power for a bit, and any minerals in the water can cause shorts when they settle on the circuit board. Just be careful!
The bigger issue isn't just the water, but any contaminants in it. If it dries, those minerals could cause damage over time. If someone is considering this, using distilled water would be much safer than tap water. And definitely dry it out quickly with a hair dryer or in an oven at a low temp to be safe!
That makes sense! I'll take my time drying it out thoroughly before attempting to use it again.