Any anti static tips when building a pc

[MasterKempinis]

I can't afford to but anything and my

powersupply is plastic does not have metal grill

And if there are no other options is there a big chance of ruining my hardware

 

[Aeacus]

To ground yourself, either touch the PC case metal frame/side panel when PC is plugged into the mains OR when you need to ground yourself while working with PC, touch the metal side of any big household appliance, e.g fridge, washing machine. If you have central heating, you can also touch the metal radiator or pipes for same effect. You can also touch the metal water pipes if you don't have central heating.

Note: avoid putting PC on the carpet since carpets can generate static electricity. Also, avoid wearing any polyester clothes for same reason. Cotton clothes are best since those create the least amount of static from all clothing materials when you wear them.

 

[MasterKempinis]

To ground yourself, either touch the PC case metal frame/side panel when PC is plugged into the mains OR when you need to ground yourself while working with PC, touch the metal side of any big household appliance, e.g fridge, washing machine. If you have central heating, you can also touch the metal radiator or pipes for same effect. You can also touch the metal water pipes if you don't have central heating.

Note: avoid putting PC on the carpet since carpets can generate static electricity. Also, avoid wearing any polyester clothes for same reason. Cotton clothes are best since those create the least amount of static from all clothing materials when you wear them.

Thank you

 

[bgunner]

If you don't have an anti-static pad or wrist strap to use you can touch the metal of the case to discharge yourself before putting your hands inside the case.

As long as you do the step stated above there will be very little danger of static discharge damaging any of your components.

 

[zyh1987]

if you have carpet everywhere, I would suggest to build a pc while naked in a bath room/kitchen where it has tile floor. touch the metal faucet to discharge yourself first.

 

[Aeacus]

if you have carpet everywhere, I would suggest to build a pc while naked in a bath room/kitchen where it has tile floor.

First time i've heard about that advice. 😀

@OP
If there's carpet everywhere, you don't need to be butt naked in the bathroom/kitchen. Assembling PC on the table is as good as on the non-carpeted floor. Though, depending on the table's height, it can be somewhat inconvenient to work with the PC.