Coffee Spilled Inside My PC—It Works, but Now Makes a Faint Buzzing Noise
I accidentally spilled about half a cup of sugary coffee inside my PC. I shut it down immediately, unplugged it, and took it to a technician, who disassembled…
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What’s the safest way to hold PC fans still while using an electric duster?
Canned-air multipacks have become surprisingly expensive, so I'm considering switching to a rechargeable electric blower for cleaning my GPU, case filters, and intake fans. My main concern is…
What’s the safest way to hold PC fans still while using an electric duster?
Canned-air multipacks have gotten surprisingly expensive, so I'm thinking about switching to a rechargeable electric blower for cleaning my GPU, case filters, and intake fans. My main concern…
Could Compressed Air Have Damaged My GPU or Power Supply?
I used an electric air compressor to clean dust from my AIO radiator and fan blades while the PC was unplugged. I also held the power button and…
Affordable ESD-Safe Electric Blower for Cleaning PC Fans?
I'm pretty sure I damaged one of the fans on my liquid cooler while cleaning my PC. I used a standard air compressor very close to the fan,…
Could Compressed Air Have Damaged My GPU or PSU?
I cleaned my AIO radiator and fan blades with an electric air compressor while the PC was unplugged. I also held the power button and pressed it a…
Are Electric Air Dusters Worth It for Occasional PC Cleaning?
Many PC-cleaning discussions recommend replacing canned air because it gets expensive over time and can spray cold liquid propellant if the can is tilted. That said, electric dusters…
Are Electric Air Dusters Better Than Canned Air for Cleaning a Dusty PC?
I built my PC about two years ago and have been spending a lot on canned air because it sits in a finished basement with pets and limited…
Older Windows 11 PC Shows Pink Pixels and Reboots During Updates After Cleaning
My older PC has been freezing and sometimes won't let me sign in. It's running Windows 11, or at least I'm fairly sure it is, and I've already…
What’s the safest way to deep-clean a gaming PC with an air blower?
I finally cleaned my gaming PC with a Wolfbox MegaFlow 200 after putting it off for too long. I unplugged the power supply, held the fans still, kept…
What’s the safest way to deep-clean dust from a gaming PC?
I finally cleaned my gaming PC with a Wolfbox MegaFlow 200 after putting it off for a long time. I unplugged the power supply, held the fans still,…
Is an Electric Brushless Leaf Blower Safe for Cleaning Dust From a PC?
I need to clean a full-ATX desktop with several fans and don't currently own an air compressor. Canned air is too slow, runs out quickly, and mostly removes…
USB Devices Randomly Disconnect After Cleaning the PC
About two weeks ago, I powered down my computer and cleaned it using compressed air and a vacuum. Since then, several devices connected to the rear USB ports—an…
How Close Is Too Close When Using an Electric Duster on a PC?
I recently switched from canned air to a rechargeable electric duster because I was tired of constantly buying cans. During my first cleaning, I kept the PC powered…
What’s the best way to clean a tempered-glass PC side panel without streaks?
I'm trying to clean the tempered-glass side panel on my H6 Flow case, but I'm not sure whether isopropyl alcohol, glass cleaner, or plain water is the safest…
Can I safely vacuum dust out of an empty PC case?
I bought a used PC case that needs a thorough cleaning. Since there are no components inside, is it safe to use a vacuum to remove the dust?…
Is It Safe to Vacuum Dust Out of an Empty PC Case?
I bought a used PC case that needs a thorough cleaning. Since there are no components installed inside, is it safe to use a vacuum to remove the…
Why Is My i7-8700K Reaching 100°C and Causing Lag?
I've had my PC since January 2018 and have never replaced the CPU thermal paste. I also haven't thoroughly cleaned out the dust since last year. Performance was…
Is it safe to clean my PC case with a damp cloth while it's still on?
Hey everyone! I just cleaned my gaming PC's case using a microfiber cloth that was slightly damp with distilled water. I only wiped down the outside metal panels…
Am I damaging my GPU by frequently plugging and unplugging it?
I recently cleaned my computer and spent a lot of time managing the cables. In the process, I ended up plugging and unplugging the power cables to my…