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CPU GPU dust cleaning suggestion

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May 27, 2014 5:41:27 AM

Based on what I've seen on other post and other forums, most people suggest can of compressed air. But im kinda scared using this compressed air because I might accidentally release the liquid inside it

My main problem actually is my GPU(sapphire 270x dual-x), i dont really know how do I actually clean it.

I found some alternative but not sure if they will work. Can I ask for opinions ?


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May 27, 2014 5:42:52 AM

A can of compressed air will work the best. Hold the can upright and all will be fine.
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May 27, 2014 5:48:47 AM

turn off computer. flick the switch on the psu. go to town with compressed air.

even if liquid did come out, it wont stay a liquid for very long. technically you can put electronics through a dish washer so long as they are dry before you power them back up :p 
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May 27, 2014 5:53:48 AM

I personally take my PC outside once in a while, open it up, and hit it with the can of compressed air. Even if you were to get a little moisture it would probably be fine if you let it dry first.

Here is another option if you are that worried about it...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001J4ZOAW/ref=ox_sc_s...

I doubt those options you have above will be strong enough to do anything.
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May 27, 2014 5:59:59 AM

Adroid said:

I doubt those options you have above will be strong enough to do anything.

you mean my options will work somehow?
well I think im convinced on using the compressed air, though i plan to buy the rubber pump too :) 

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May 27, 2014 6:05:47 AM

Denraisr said:
Adroid said:

I doubt those options you have above will be strong enough to do anything.

you mean my options will work somehow?
well I think im convinced on using the compressed air, though i plan to buy the rubber pump too :) 



Well have fun... The compressed air will work the best of the options there. The rubber thing will work to get dust off your camera lens though and if you have a child it might double as a bugger sucker.
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May 27, 2014 6:08:08 AM

Adroid said:
If you are actually going to buy one this one looks like it has a few more attachments

http://www.amazon.com/Metro-Vacuum-ED500P-500-Watt-Elec...


No No NO!!!

Never,ever, buy a mini vaccum to clean a PC. You will destroy your PC. They build up a strong static charge that can easily jump the small gap you need to use between the tip of the suction nozzle and the parts you are cleaning.

ALWAYS use a compressed air, and hold it a few inches away. Even canned air can build up a small static charge, but it is much less than a vaccum.
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May 27, 2014 6:08:31 AM

Am I the only guy who just uses a vaccum cleaner (with psu disconnected of course)? Only block the fans from spinning (I got concerned they may move to fast and cause overvoltage)
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May 27, 2014 7:40:15 AM

maddogfargo said:
Adroid said:
If you are actually going to buy one this one looks like it has a few more attachments

http://www.amazon.com/Metro-Vacuum-ED500P-500-Watt-Elec...


No No NO!!!

Never,ever, buy a mini vaccum to clean a PC. You will destroy your PC. They build up a strong static charge that can easily jump the small gap you need to use between the tip of the suction nozzle and the parts you are cleaning.

ALWAYS use a compressed air, and hold it a few inches away. Even canned air can build up a small static charge, but it is much less than a vaccum.


You really think it could discharge if you are touching the case and only the plastic part of the vacuum is anywhere near the motherboard?
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May 27, 2014 7:42:57 AM

Adroid said:
maddogfargo said:
Adroid said:
If you are actually going to buy one this one looks like it has a few more attachments

http://www.amazon.com/Metro-Vacuum-ED500P-500-Watt-Elec...


No No NO!!!

Never,ever, buy a mini vaccum to clean a PC. You will destroy your PC. They build up a strong static charge that can easily jump the small gap you need to use between the tip of the suction nozzle and the parts you are cleaning.

ALWAYS use a compressed air, and hold it a few inches away. Even canned air can build up a small static charge, but it is much less than a vaccum.


You really think it could discharge if you are touching the case and only the plastic part of the vacuum is anywhere near the motherboard?


Really, I have done it many times and no issues, do not understand there should be any issues as long as the tip of my vaccum cleaner is 100% ABS plastic and thus totally imune to building up a static charge (so I thought at least?).

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