im going to install a new hdd in my computer. I know how to do it, and have done it before. but this time since im doing it at home i dont have access to any anti-static equipment. Obviously step one to avoiding frying ur circuits is :DONT TOUCH ANYTHING. I just wanna know what other precautions i should take. what surfaces to do it on, what kinda weather... stuff like that
2007-02-20 12:16:18 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
connor s, i mean by equipment an anti-static mat, and a wrist strap
2007-02-20 12:26:24 · update #1
Yes i am installing it as a second hard drive. someone said install it as a slave, but the fact of the matter is i want to install Ubuntu Linux on the second hdd? doesnt that mean i should set it to master as well?
2007-02-20 12:27:36 · update #2
ok regarding the electrical discharge before you touch any components touch something metal like a chair to get rid of any static you might have. to install the new hd, i am guessing you are adding to your existing hd. just connect your SATA,PATA cable and your power once your hd is in place. but before you do anything to your pc disconnect the power cord. don't want to fry your pc or any of its components. make sure to set your new hd as a slave if your original is set to master. if not I recommend you use cable select. either way your choice. after that boot up your pc and format your new hd.
2007-02-20 12:22:36 · answer #1 · answered by mash14 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With a single PC that you own, you don't have to be too paranoid, place the PC on a clean, dry surface away from electronic devices as possible. I'd also suggest you use an electrostatic wristband, there reasonably cheap, I have two only cost around £5, or you can simply touch a mental part of you case, whilst the power lead is connected but not turned on, this is to earth the static charges in your body that can damage electrical components.
You shouldn't have any probs installing a new hard drive, just avoid touching the memory, CPU and any other chips, there the most delicate. Handle the hard drive by the mental casing.
Have fun.
2007-02-20 12:23:47 · answer #2 · answered by Keiko 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Wear Shoes
2. Open the computer away from other electronics, food, or water.
3. Relax. I have worked on computers dozens of times, without anti-static equipment, and never fried anything. Just be careful.
Also, touch something metal, like a toaster, before you begin, to transfer the static you already have. And don't work in an environment that is to cold, because there is more static buildup there.
2007-02-20 12:20:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe you're supposed to leave it plugged into the wall powered off for the grounding and simply touch any part of the bare metal framing of the PC to discharge any static electricity. I have worked around PCs for at least 10 years and have never actually seen any type of damage from static. Also, you could leave the HD on the mylar bag until you're ready to use it and continue to maybe place part of your arm on the bare metal although I believe once is good enough as long as your're not moving around on the carpet generating additional static charge. Winter is the time for static electricity - getting out your car there's often a spark. Good Luck!
2007-02-20 12:24:16 · answer #4 · answered by stklotto 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A wrist strap will solve all of ypur problems. they are five dollars at radio shack.
I don't know what you mean by anti-static equipment-wouldn't consider this equipment sinse it fits in your pocket. Thought I would mention it because you said this is the first time you have done it at home.
2007-02-20 12:22:55 · answer #5 · answered by Connor S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just make sure the air is not too dry in the area your doing it in.....i.e. causing excessive static electricity..
Surfaces dont matter....
Make sure you touch something metal other than the computer casing or hardware before going into your computer...
Dont rub your feet on the carpet excessively while installing...dunno why you would...but..that of course...will cause static.
You should be fine.
2007-02-20 12:19:45 · answer #6 · answered by Josh B 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
on a similar time as in the fast term your computing gadget could be slightly cooler, in case you depart your case siding off extra airborne dirt and dirt will discover it fairly is way into your computing gadget and which could over the years reason your computing gadget to overheat. so which you will ought to discover a various answer to keeping your computing gadget cool like making an investment in a room fan or a window fastened air conditioner.
2016-10-16 03:26:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
just do it and dont worry about it ... unplug the power from the wall and try to avoid touching pins ... itl be fine i promise ...
2007-02-20 12:20:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋