Do i have to connect PSU to ground the case?

[marviinn]

If i'm gonna build a PC without an ESD-band, do i need to screw in the PSU first, then connect it to a grounded outlet so i can ground myself by touching the case? If so, do i also have to flip the switch to ON state?

[Bloodyvalley]

None of that is needed

 

but honestly you seem worried so why not just spend $5 on an anti-static bracelet

 

if not well just touch the case every 3 mins or so and you're good (not 100% reliable though)

[Osmium]

Static is a danger to PC parts but static damage is really uncommon. I've built a PC on a carpeted floor and I made it out alright

[FlyingScotsmanZA]

Static is a danger to PC parts but static damage is really uncommon. I've built a PC on a carpeted floor and I made it out alright

 

I see that you like to live dangerously

 

As for the original post, I think the whole static thing gets played up a lot to make sure that new adopters don't damage anything. The risk is real of course, but if you use common sense, you should be fine. Kind of ironic now, but I too, have built PC's on a carpet (not my choice), and watched others build on a carpet. Nothing bad has happened yet so...

 

I never get shocks from doors and things, so that may be a reason why.

[marviinn]

I'm actually not worried, i was just wondering if i need to plug the PSU to the outlet to make the chassi grounded, or if it's enough to only touch the case now and then

[MzCatieB]

i always put the psu in the case then plug in the psu (Not power it on at the mains) then tap it every so often

[DarrenP]

Static is a danger to PC parts but static damage is really uncommon. I've built a PC on a carpeted floor and I made it out alright

I've built a computer on carpet before too. ESD is very uncommon. 

[Constantine]

Safest bet is to have the PSU in the case, plugged in (BUT NOT SWITCHED ON) and then just strap yourself to the case or tap it every once in a while