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jonno208   07-29-2009 at 05:54:23 PM

I am goint to be putting my own computer together. shoul i get a anti static wristband??

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OvrClkr   07-29-2009 at 06:04:57 PM
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YES, specially if its your first time...... they are dirt cheap.. better safe than sorry...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6899261005

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jonno208   07-29-2009 at 06:08:33 PM
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OvrClkr wrote :

YES, specially if its your first time...... they are dirt cheap.. better safe than sorry...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6899261005



Ok thanks

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Helloworld_98   07-29-2009 at 06:15:19 PM
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an anti-static mat helps too.

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OvrClkr   07-29-2009 at 06:15:20 PM
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Normally when I build i use gloves and a strap, just to be on the safe side since I build on carpet.... When you get your strap make sure you attach it to the PSU or case (METAL)....

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jsrudd   07-29-2009 at 07:39:35 PM
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I never take any precautions and I haven't had any problems yet. But if it will help with your peace of mind then go ahead.

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Fortunex   07-29-2009 at 07:45:07 PM
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My entire place is carpeted, so I throw down a piece of cardboard and remember to touch an unpainted part of the case before putting my hands in there. Been in my computer a good 20-30 times in the past few months, no problems yet.

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neon neophyte   07-29-2009 at 07:49:45 PM
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certainly doesnt hurt.

i was careless once and zapped a videocard, fortunately it was under the 30 day return. *rma*

ill never zap anything again tho. you just ground yourself before you touch anything electronic. ie, touch your case.

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OvrClkr   07-29-2009 at 07:54:27 PM
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jsrudd wrote :

I never take any precautions and I haven't had any problems yet. But if it will help with your peace of mind then go ahead.



Yea, but for a first build IMO it is necessary to stay grounded (carpet).... I had a friend not too long ago that spent 2,000$ on a new i7 build.... and guess what...spark!!... POOF!!!! bye bye mobo !!!! So you never can be too carefull....


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