This is fine
A printer problem to top all printer problems. This one is burning everything it prints.
Safe passwords
Worryingly, this use is not only called “user1” but also has a password hint that tells you the password is the same as the login name.
Wasp nest PC build
This PC was overheating and turning itself off regularly. Turns out there was a wasp’s nest inside. Terrifying.
Lightweight mouse DIY
Gamers love a good lightweight gaming mouse and this person has tried to make their own by drilling holes.
Cable nightmares
We’ve written before about people that create incredibly neat works of art with cables. This is an absolute mess of cables that would likely make anyone wince.
Dirt is the enemy
The user reported that their PC had shut off and then wouldn’t turn back on afterwards. This was why. A mass of dust on the CPU radiator.
The printer isn’t working
IT was called to help with printer issues. The printer wouldn’t print. That’s probably because the paper is still in the bag it came in.
An ancient motherboard
This motherboard is so dirty it looks like it’s a view of an ancient temple discovered in the depths of a big desert that’s just been subjected to a sandstorm.
The USB drive won’t work
Here a user was complaining that their USB thumb drive wasn’t working when it was plugged into their laptop. That’s the ethernet port they’re using.
The dangers of heating
Space heaters and extension leads don’t mix well.
The internet is down
Engineers were called out to deal with reports that there was an internet outage in Mexico they were greeted with this view of a bullet lodged in the cable.
Don’t close the lid
Yes, that’s a laptop strapped to the side of the desk. The employee was told not to close the lid or the monitor wouldn’t work.
Some serious curves
This user has installed their NVMe drive in a terrifying way.
Wash your PC?
Some mad person has washed their motherboard like they were washing up crockery after a good meal.
Just a mild burning smell
In this case, the customer apparently reported noticing a “slight” burning smell when using their laptop. It’s easy to see why.
Expensive doorstop
Not only is someone using an Apple product as a doorstop, they’re also keeping a firedoor open, which is not sensible.
This is why we test
This photo was taken by an electrician while doing some portable appliance testing. Yes, that’s a screw bit inserted into a plug where a fuse should be.
Electronics vs liquids
Electronics and liquids do not mix. This user tried to put it in the oven to dry it out.
It’s not a touch screen
A nasty looking PS5
This PlayStation 5 was bought in for repair because some young gamer had tried a bit too hard to get the HDMI cable plugged in.
Glue gun and a motherboard?
This photo was used as an advert for a hot glue gun on Facebook. Why would you ever need to apply glue to the motherboard like this? To keep the CPU in place?
USB won’t work
One user plugged in a USB dongle for a wireless keyboard, then wondered why it wasn’t working. The protective plastic might have been a problem.
Free laptop
Everyone loves getting something for nothing, but this “free” laptop might not be the bargain it appears to be.
