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Starting my first PC build tomorrow! However, I'm still not quite sure how to properly static discharge! I got an anti static wristband just for safety (even though I probably won't need it) but I'm not quite sure about where to attach it. I know you're supposed to attach it to your psu but mine is fully painted (evga 650g). Can I still attach it to my psu, or will the paint on it keep me from getting grounded? Please help and thanks!

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Starting my first PC build tomorrow! However, I'm still not quite sure how to properly static discharge! I got an anti static wristband just for safety (even though I probably won't need it) but I'm not quite sure about where to attach it. I know you're supposed to attach it to your psu but mine is fully painted (evga 650g). Can I still attach it to my psu, or will the paint on it keep me from getting grounded? Please help and thanks!

Yes, you can still connect it to your PSU. Most paint is conductive.

You could also connect to your room's heater.

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You don't really need an anti-static band because if you ground your self on a PSU that is plugged in that is ok.

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