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soulflame
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_ 		22. January 2011 @ 11:52 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
I got a brand NEW Jasper Console. When I touch the metal part of the hard drive, I get a shock. It most likely is an earthing problem of the power circuit (Happens a lot in India) I get the same shock with my TV and my computer (Both of which been working without any problems so far though). So it's definitely not the console.

Can this damage the console?

Anything I can do to fix this?
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MrGreaser
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_ 		22. January 2011 @ 16:23 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Originally posted by soulflame:
 I got a brand NEW Jasper Console. When I touch the metal part of the hard drive, I get a shock. It most likely is an earthing problem of the power circuit (Happens a lot in India) I get the same shock with my TV and my computer (Both of which been working without any problems so far though). So it's definitely not the console.

Can this damage the console?

Anything I can do to fix this?
Yes, it can most definitely damage the console...and all of your electronics. Aside from having an electrician come out to your property to perform proper grounding services, I would recommend that you invest in a decent surge protector/backup battery.
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soulflame
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_ 		23. January 2011 @ 01:29 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
I have a really expensive surge protector/voltage regulator and battery backup. But that's not preventing the ground shocks. Guess I'll just have to call an electrician.
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Modking30
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_ 		23. January 2011 @ 07:37 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
You need it grounded. If not, plan on replacing your stuff ALOT
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