Too Hot to Handle: Gaming Mouse Allegedly Burst Into Flame and Almost “Burned Down” User's Apartment

A redditor's gaming mouse spontaneously combusted, nearly causing a house fire. The user, lommelinn, reported waking to the smell of smoke and discovering their Gigabyte M6880X mouse engulfed in flames while their PC was in sleep mode. The incident resulted in significant damage to the mouse, their desk, and nearby equipment, including a modular synthesizer.

The Gigabyte M6880X is a wired optical mouse, powered by a standard USB 2.0 connection (5V at 0.5A), making the incident particularly unusual given the lack of internal battery. Images shared online show the mouse's top rear panel completely melted, while the bottom remained relatively undamaged. The cause of the localized damage remains unexplained.

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Gigabyte responded to the incident on Reddit, stating they are investigating the matter and have contacted lommelinn to offer support. They emphasized their commitment to customer safety.

lommelinn expressed their shock and confusion, noting their PC was in sleep mode and that subsequent voltage checks on the USB port revealed no abnormalities. The cause of the fire remains a mystery. The incident highlights the unexpected risks associated even with seemingly simple peripherals.

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