2007-03-04 02:06:30 · 4 answers · asked by Ryan 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Mostly its safe but stay away from opening the power supply or older CRT Monitors. They have capacitors that store enough electricity to give you a fatal shock if not discharged properly. Its very true that static electricity is a killer of the circuitry on the motherboard. This is why you don't store parts in plastic containers or in ideal situations you work on a anti-static floor mat and wear a grounding bracelets that connect you to the chassis of the computer. If you do not have a bracelet, touching the chassis before the parts will suffice. Also when keeping parts in anti-static bags, do not place them on top of the bag. The bags are designed to allow the static to flow around the bag and keep components inside safe.
2007-03-04 02:14:10 · answer #1 · answered by Elliot K 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi. The power supply unit has some large capacitors. The CPU and RAM need static free handling, as most of the circuitry does. Just ground yourself to the case. A CRT can give a nasty shock if you open it.
2007-03-04 02:13:39 · answer #2 · answered by Cirric 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy an anti-static wrist strap if your new at playing around inside a computer.
2007-03-04 02:15:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No parts need to be avoided. All parts can be handled when done so carefully.
2007-03-04 02:09:56 · answer #4 · answered by sco_84 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋