I've noticed that my laptop shuts down unexpectedly when I hold it at a certain angle, which seems to bend the motherboard. I'm thinking of adjusting the screws to minimize the bending. Does anyone have suggestions or tips on how to fix this?
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Sounds like a tricky situation! First off, have you considered just avoiding that position? It might sound simple, but bending can definitely cause issues. If you’re carrying it in a backpack, try to make sure it’s well-supported.
Classic advice: "Doctor, it hurts when I do this."
Well, you just need to stop doing that! It sounds funny, but it’s pretty accurate with these kinds of problems.
It could be a cable issue too. If there’s a kink somewhere, that might mess with the connections. You might want to check if it’s the motherboard or just a loose cable. Also, using a lap board could help keep it from flexing when you hold it.
Yeah, I'm thinking a sturdier plastic case might help with that flexing. I don't think adjusting screws will solve this problem.
Honestly, there's not much you can do other than to support it differently. If it’s shutting down, consider getting something like a lap board to prevent it from bending while you're working.
I totally get that! Sometimes it just shuts down if it gets jostled too much in my bag. I ended up having to take action since mine wouldn't wake up for ages.