macbook vibrating while charging

margincall said:
My MacBook vibrates while charging. Is this normal?
According to some online forums this is due to inadequate grounding. How do I fix it?
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I've never noticed that
Priapus said:
What other laptop uses USB-C for charging? As he said he got another laptop charger...
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Dell laptops use USB-C.

I use the Dell Dock USB-C connector with both MBPs (intel and M2) without any issues.
 
margincall said:
Oh ****. Here:

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I was clearly referring to a/the cable that you plug into the wall. That's the bit that needs to be earthed... I'm no engineer but two prong plugs usually aren't.

AfricanTech said:
Ja, I have that one - plugged into a multiplug extension - no vibration
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Take your shoes off then give it a go.

Late 2021: M1 vs Intel Macbook. Which is best for me?

So I finally got my MBP. Annoying problem: when charging it tingles (like tiny shocks). Google says it's static, the cable or charger. I don't think it's static (tried the tricks), tried the new Apple charger and my Dell USB C dock and it's the same with both. My previous laptop (also metal XPS...
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bwana said:
I was clearly referring to a/the cable that you plug into the wall. That's the bit that needs to be earthed... I'm no engineer but two prong plugs usually aren't.


Take your shoes off then give it a go.

Late 2021: M1 vs Intel Macbook. Which is best for me?

So I finally got my MBP. Annoying problem: when charging it tingles (like tiny shocks). Google says it's static, the cable or charger. I don't think it's static (tried the tricks), tried the new Apple charger and my Dell USB C dock and it's the same with both. My previous laptop (also metal XPS...
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It's an Ellies surge protector multi plug that I'm connected to. And it is connected directly to the wall.

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bwana said:
I was clearly referring to a/the cable that you plug into the wall. That's the bit that needs to be earthed... I'm no engineer but two prong plugs usually aren't.


Take your shoes off then give it a go.

Late 2021: M1 vs Intel Macbook. Which is best for me?

So I finally got my MBP. Annoying problem: when charging it tingles (like tiny shocks). Google says it's static, the cable or charger. I don't think it's static (tried the tricks), tried the new Apple charger and my Dell USB C dock and it's the same with both. My previous laptop (also metal XPS...
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socks too?

also, my room has a suspended wooden floor, would that make a difference?
 
bwana said:
I was clearly referring to a/the cable that you plug into the wall. That's the bit that needs to be earthed... I'm no engineer but two prong plugs usually aren't.


Take your shoes off then give it a go.

Late 2021: M1 vs Intel Macbook. Which is best for me?

So I finally got my MBP. Annoying problem: when charging it tingles (like tiny shocks). Google says it's static, the cable or charger. I don't think it's static (tried the tricks), tried the new Apple charger and my Dell USB C dock and it's the same with both. My previous laptop (also metal XPS...
mybroadband.co.za mybroadband.co.za
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Just shows that you learn all the time - I just realised that both my daughters macbook airs came with 3 point plug adapters.
 
You have a device that vibrates when you plug it in.

You know what to do next.
 
I tested all my plug points and with different adapters. The vibrating remains with the 2 pin plug.
No issues with a 3 pin plug.
 
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