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Discussion topic: Strange smell

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This message was authored by: MoominMomma

Strange smell

Plugged my new router in yesterday and there has been a gradual increase in a plastic-y smell. Doesn't smell like burning/ melting plastic but it's not pleasant! It smells more like when you plug a heater in that hasn't been used for a while....

 

The router is warm to the touch but not hot. Plug not hot. 

I have read a few threads on Reddit etc saying some new electronics from China could smell for a while but I have never known something smell this bad! 

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This message was authored by: jamesn123

Re: Strange smell

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Hi @MoominMomma 

Providing the router isnt too hot to old your hand on it then i would say its fine, its likely to be plastic components getting warm for the first time. The smell should dissipate within a few days. 

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