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    ESD: Truths, myths, and flat out lies

    Already have that DejaWiz. But I was thinking that rubbing paste off of the CPU might produce some static discharge. I've always used paper towel and isopropyl alcohol, not sure if that's healthy for the CPU.
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    ESD: Truths, myths, and flat out lies

    How do you guys remove thermal compound from a CPU with ESD in mind?
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    Did I damage something with ESD?

    Well, the tape was about 2 inches long and it did contain some static as it was attracted to metal. Thanks for the reassurance. If there's anything I've learned from this experience, it's that all you can really do at home is minimize ESD by being (very) careful. How much you may look out...
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    Did I damage something with ESD?

    I didn't touch any bare wires, and I think the insulation is intact. I was connected with the computer through a wrist strap when I was pulling the tape off of the insulation (though I'm more worried about the static charge the tape holds and creates on the insulation). But afterwards I touched...
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    Did I damage something with ESD?

    Hello guys, I've just built a new computer, and this was the first time I've used ESD protection like wrist strap and grounding mat. Now, I believe I have used these tools to the best of my ability. But when you do this for the first time, you notice that nothing ever goes as you intended...
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    How to ground PC without PSU?

    Oh, I was still editing my post when you replied. And then my system crashed.. :rolleyes: Thanks for clearing things up agent420. :D
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    How to ground PC without PSU?

    That's what I was thinking too.. Now that you mention it, what about the charge that is left inside the PSU when it is unplugged (which makes it so dangerous to open one), does the motherboard still receive current from this? That's the very reason I'm not comfortable with it, because I don't...
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    How to ground PC without PSU?

    First, let me apologize for making yet another thread that has to do with ESD. But it seemed to me like the best way to get some needed information. Please don't make this into a discussion about whether or not ESD is real. People say you should ground a computer case when working inside so...
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    ESD: Truths, myths, and flat out lies

    Absolutely, especially the contradictions are confusing. It's still the best discussion on the topic I've come across. I've read it several times, hoping each time it would become clearer. :D But alas.. On the other hand, it IS a discussion and everyone is allowed to participate in it.
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    PC exits standby when vacuum cleaning the room

    Hehe, it's a small country. :) I don't usually buy from that shop though. What about the SPCR quote about Watt vs VA and the power strips question? :D
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    ESD: Truths, myths, and flat out lies

    They showed it on NGC once. :) I felt a spark yesterday when I touched my main PC. I'm glad it's connected to earth. So if I understand things correctly, you can't walk across the room holding a PC or put it somewhere else, unless it's grounded? I must have damaged many, many things. But the...
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    PC exits standby when vacuum cleaning the room

    I'm in Belgium yes. I still have a credit note of €125 to spend at www.descom.be (online computer shop). They have an APC BACK-UPS RS 800VA 230V at €198,90. I've also looked at www.tweakers.net/pricewatch, it gives you a list of Dutch shops selling a particular item and their prices...
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    PC exits standby when vacuum cleaning the room

    Thanks for your explanation jonnyGURU Well, I've used the selector at APC's website and it came up with this, this or this. Tha last one looks like the best choice, but the lowest price I can find for that unit is €180 ($245! :eek: ). And I'm not even sure if it will solve my issue. Another...
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    PC exits standby when vacuum cleaning the room

    Finally got around testing a bit more. I connected the vacuum cleaner to 3 different outlets. The one from the washing machine, and 2 in the kitchen. I've used the cleaner several times, no problem. I examined the electrical wires. The PC outlet is directly connected to the washing machine...
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    ESD: Truths, myths, and flat out lies

    Question: can this be compared with a PC by replacing "airplane" with "PC" and "chassis" with "case"? Well it wasn't really meant to be an exact question. I'm not interested in the statistics, I just want to know if it can cause damage like the way touching a chip can cause damage. Thanks...
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