Building Pc soon (antistatic Wrist Strap)

[CobalTicz]

I ordered all the parts required for my pc and i would be building it tomorrow but the case shipped dented so i have to wait for a new one.

 

My question tho is what precautions do i need to take while building. Anti static wrist strap and what else also any recommendations on the wrist strap would be a plus.   And in advance thank you for all input

[RevoltTrain]

You don't really need an antistatic wrist strap. I've built almost 70 computers (For work and others) I've never used one. Just have your hand touch the case before . during installation of any components as the case itself is metal.

[Xaring]

Remember to build the PC before putting it in the case and make sure it posts!

 

Also, dont touch metalic parts on the different PCBs, use a magnetic screwdriver, read the mobo's manual if you have any doubts and have fun.

 

YOu MUST end up with a little cut on a finger the first time you build a PC, its a ritual.

 

Good luck!

[ThyFeared]

You don't really need an antistatic wrist strap. I've built almost 70 computers (For work and others) I've never used one. Just have your hand touch the case before . during installation of any components as the case itself is metal.

What he said. Unless you're building on deep carpet with wool socks

[ThyFeared]

Remember to build the PC before putting it in the case and make sure it posts!

 

Also, dont touch metalic parts on the different PCBs, use a magnetic screwdriver, read the mobo's manual if you have any doubts and have fun.

 

YOu MUST end up with a little cut on a finger the first time you build a PC, its a ritual.

 

Good luck!

That never happened to me o-o

[Xaring]

That never happened to me o-o

You are a virgin in computer building then. Even @LinusTech got one.

(JK maybe you have a thick skin on your fingers, i got cut installing the backplate my first time , either its been with rough edges on the case or with the CPU cooler fins... )

[ThyFeared]

You are a virgin in computer building then. Even @LinusTech got one.

(JK maybe you have a thick skin on your fingers, i got cut installing the backplate my first time , either its been with rough edges on the case or with the CPU cooler fins... )

I was careful about not cutting myself on that so I guess I am not fully a member ;~;

[CobalTicz]

You don't really need an antistatic wrist strap. I've built almost 70 computers (For work and others) I've never used one. Just have your hand touch the case before . during installation of any components as the case itself is metal.

ok so as long as my opposite hand is touching something metal or grounded while my other one works i should be fine and ill probably be building on either the tile floor in the kitchen or hardwood in the dining room both wood tables

[Xaring]

ok so as long as my opposite hand is touching something metal or grounded while my other one works i should be fine and ill probably be building on either the tile floor in the kitchen or hardwood in the dining room both wood tables

yup, you basically want the Case and component to have the same charge when installing parts, so that there are no electrical differences that can kill any components. (some components are that sensitive, but just be carefull and you will be fine)

[CobalTicz]

ok guys thanks for the help 

[GeekySole9354]

Eh, i recommend buying one, they're not expensive at all, so why wouldn't you? It's like a free insurance. You know, all of the big computer companies aren't using them for fun.

[CobalTicz]

Eh, i recommend buying one, they're not expensive at all, so why wouldn't you? It's like a free insurance. You know, all of the big computer companies aren't using them for fun.

what one would you recommend and are there any stores i can buy one at i dont really want to wait for it to ship if i do get one

[handymanshandle]

ok so as long as my opposite hand is touching something metal or grounded while my other one works i should be fine and ill probably be building on either the tile floor in the kitchen or hardwood in the dining room both wood tables

I'd say if you can, get off something that can produce static and occasionally touch something metal to ground yourself though if you do it on like carpet I'd say that you're still fine as long as it isn't dry because generally when humidity is higher there is less possibility of static build up. 

[CobalTicz]

I'd say if you can, get off something that can produce static and occasionally touch something metal to ground yourself though if you do it on like carpet I'd say that you're still fine as long as it isn't dry because generally when humidity is higher there is less possibility of static build up. 

i have a pretty humid basement if that would be the safest place and ill be on tile floors

[ThyFeared]

i have a pretty humid basement if that would be the safest place and ill be on tile floors

You'll be golden there!

[IP man]

ive changed cpu coolers and gpu, ect without any anti static. i even vacuum my pc

[xvantok]

ive changed cpu coolers and gpu, ect without any anti static. i even vacuum my pc

I did that and screwed up a stick of DDR2 RAM...

[CobalTicz]

for all of you that are saying i should get some sort of anti static thing recommend me something or tell me where i can buy one preferably a store i don't want to wait on shipping