What should I do after my laptop got wet in my backpack?
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TechyNerd99
I had a bit of a disaster when my water bottle leaked inside my backpack, soaking my laptop. Luckily, the water only touched the bottom part of the laptop where some ports and ventilation are. I immediately dried it off and kept it in the same position. There was no water in the keyboard, just on the cover and sides. Once I got home, I turned it off completely.
I've placed it on a rack with a fan blowing on it, ports facing down, and I won't use the original charger since it got wet too. Instead, I've borrowed one but I'm concerned about using it tomorrow since I need the laptop for work. It'll have been about 18 to 19 hours since the incident—do you think it's safe to turn it on or should I wait longer?
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You're probably good to go by tomorrow. Just ensure it has dried out nicely before turning it back on.
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You’re likely okay, but I’d recommend getting it checked for any corrosion later on. If you feel comfortable, you could open it yourself, but tread carefully.
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I often double wrap my laptop in plastic when riding in the rain, so I get where you’re coming from! Sounds like your water contact was minimal, so you might be alright, but it’s hard to assess without seeing it.
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It should be fine, but let it dry as much as possible. Air movement helps a lot!
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If you can, remove the battery and keep it drying with a fan. You’ve got a good amount of time to dry it out, but don't rush it. Hitting the vents with some canned air could help too.
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