Is it plausible to just duct tape a metal socket or wrench to my wrist?
Will that make sure I dont fry any of my parts?
First time building a PC. Dont wanna eff myself. :bigggrin:
Not that I would ever really worry about it unless I've been running around on a carpet in socks, but if you're paranoid, just leave one hand on the computer case with the power supply plugged in.
Most computer supply shops that have a BYOC department carry grounding wrist straps. They usually go for less than $5. The one I have I got at MicroCenter for $.98
If the room you're working in is carpeted, I would recommend using one.
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Mt_GoatHead Cheezy KnobPflugerville (north of Austin)Icrontian
edited January 2009
I just sit in the bath tub full of water with everything on a TV tray. This eliminate static electricity completely. But you do need to be careful so as not to knock anything into the drink.
I sure hope everyone knows I am just kidding!
But I did used to wash my CPU's in the sink with a toothbrush. And I never lost a single one.
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LeonardoWake up and smell the glaciersEagle River, AlaskaIcrontian
edited February 2009
If the room you're working in is carpeted, I would recommend using one.
Yup. Another opportunity to tell my story: I destroyed a video card once by walking a across a carpeted room then touching the metal computer case. Pop! Dead video card.
In that particular room now, I am very careful when working on the computers. If it's a sensitive component like a video card, I will carry it in a plastic tub or antistatic bag. I also ensure to touch the metal frame of the case before I start messing around inside.
I honestly stick a paperclip in the grounded socket of the wall. Only takes a second and you can do it as often as you want.
Would not recommend it though, you will need to know your electrical wiring intimately before attempting.
I honestly stick a paperclip in the grounded socket of the wall. Only takes a second and you can do it as often as you want.
Would not recommend it though, you will need to know your electrical wiring intimately before attempting.
Electrical wiring I know, built many a house in my day. Its computers I'm clueless about. :bigggrin:
Anyways, Motherboard, CPU, and ram all linked up. Now to just wait for all the other parts, to see if I fried something.
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If the room you're working in is carpeted, I would recommend using one.
I sure hope everyone knows I am just kidding!
But I did used to wash my CPU's in the sink with a toothbrush. And I never lost a single one.
In that particular room now, I am very careful when working on the computers. If it's a sensitive component like a video card, I will carry it in a plastic tub or antistatic bag. I also ensure to touch the metal frame of the case before I start messing around inside.
Would not recommend it though, you will need to know your electrical wiring intimately before attempting.
Electrical wiring I know, built many a house in my day. Its computers I'm clueless about. :bigggrin:
Anyways, Motherboard, CPU, and ram all linked up. Now to just wait for all the other parts, to see if I fried something.
Meh.
Waiting fails.