• Building a PC. How do I prevent destroying something with static?
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Right, this isn't the first time I build a PC, however, it's the first time I build a PC for myself. (The other times, all I did was touching a metal table before starting with the build, but this time I want to be a bit more careful.) So, any suggestions?
touching a metal table was a waste of your time since it's not grounded anyway. just touch something that's grounded. and don't assemble the computer on something like a nylon carpet.
i built my computer in my boxers
Don't rub your feet on the carpet and you'll be fine. Just touch something grounded once in a while if you're worried.
[QUOTE=mike;19276946][b]touching a metal table was a waste of your time since it's not grounded anyway. just touch something that's grounded. [/b] and don't assemble the computer on something like a nylon carpet.[/QUOTE] True. Also, I'm thinking of building it in my kitchen. (On a wooden table, and I can touch the sink.)
Make sure you don't have grease and butter or food on your hand.
And don't touch any components on the motherboard, etc. Hold everything by its edges. Edit: bah double ninja
Don't forget the motherboard standoffs
Touch your radiator if it's near you. And once you've got the PSU fitted and plugged in tap that once in a while if you're worried.
personally im usually more worried about slicing my fingers open on the case than static. I rest all my components on anti-static bags, and touch the radiator before i start any work at all. While working on the case, the mains will be off, but plugged in. One hand on the case as you work will then earth yourself.
[QUOTE=IronPhoenix;19277372]personally im usually more worried about slicing my fingers open on the case than static. I rest all my components on [b]anti-static bags[/b], and touch the radiator before i start any work at all. While working on the case, the mains will be off, but plugged in. One hand on the case as you work will then earth yourself.[/QUOTE] Don't you mean plastic bags?
[QUOTE=ShitBalls;19277414]Don't you mean plastic bags?[/QUOTE] He means the bags that components come in - anti-static bags - but I think they are only effective so long as the item is [i]inside[/i] the bag. Not for using as a work mat.
I just touch the chassis before I start.
But the PSU has to be screwed into the chassis and the PSU plugged into a power outlet before that will work.
[QUOTE=ferrus;19277851]He means the bags that components come in - anti-static bags - but I think they are only effective so long as the item is [i]inside[/i] the bag. Not for using as a work mat.[/QUOTE] True, but they're still useful for keeping the components on a clean surface before you install them.
According to Wiki these bags only work if they are sealed with the component inside, so I assume the bag may actually be a static hazard if it is open with a component placed on top. You can buy special anti-static mats if you're worried about it.
[url=http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16899888207&cm_re=static-_-99-888-207-_-Product]Suprised nobody mentioned this.[/url]
[QUOTE=Hypershadsy;19281337][url=http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16899888207&cm_re=static-_-99-888-207-_-Product]Suprised nobody mentioned this.[/url][/QUOTE] Because static straps are overkill.
[QUOTE=Hypershadsy;19281337][url=http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16899888207&cm_re=static-_-99-888-207-_-Product]Suprised nobody mentioned this.[/url][/QUOTE] Not needed.
I built my computer on my carpeted floor. I've never had a problem with static.
[QUOTE=Guided;19283494]I built my computer on my carpeted floor. I've never had a problem with static.[/QUOTE] I did too, I didn't have any other place to work. I doubt it's much of an issue unless you're shuffling your feet or doing it on a really dry day.
just wear rubber cloves if your that paranoid, like the ones cleaners use or ur mum in a kitchen?
I once built a computer on a carpet floor while wearing a wool sweater. I was rubbing balloons on my head too.
I was taught to just make sure to touch the computer case before handling anything.
Foil + tape + wire + radiator = Anti Static wrist strap that cost you nothing if you had the shit lying around.
[QUOTE=Viper202;19277313]Touch your radiator if it's near you. And once you've got the PSU fitted and plugged in tap that once in a while if you're worried.[/QUOTE] i can't stop staring at your avatar :v:
[QUOTE=darkrei9n;19290277]I was taught to just make sure to touch the computer case before handling anything.[/QUOTE] That is basically all I do, and I have built 6 computers now with no issues (well one had a dead hdd but that wasn't from something I did).
[QUOTE=derlicious;19287174]just wear rubber cloves if your that paranoid, like the ones cleaners use or ur mum in a kitchen?[/QUOTE] Regular rubber gloves won't do anything to prevent static discharge, but you can buy anti-static gloves.
Thanks for all your help. I've finished building it, and the hardware works fine. However, Windows 7 simply refuses to install.
Well? Why does it? Be descriptive if you want help.
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