Can I use a rubber glove instead of a "static wrist strap" to install memory into a Computer? with no damage to the memory?
Rubber can stop you for being electrocuted am I right, so does it work for static electricity as well?
2007-11-30 03:57:43 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
I too have done this several times, and I never used ESD protection. Just turn off the computer, unplug it, and then touch the computer case. Do wear a wool sweater or anytihng like that while doing it, that builds up a lot of static. Touch the edges of the RAM, and simply install it. When you touch the case, you are making your body the same potential as the case. Since there is no imbalance, no static discharge can take place. Humidity has a factor aslo, just for FYI.
I work with ESD circuit cards and in the military they teach you to use ESD straps, etc, however, if you don't touch anything on the card, you will be safe.
2007-11-30 04:17:00 · answer #1 · answered by George P 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rubber will not keep you from getting electrocuted, although it will prevent smaller shocks.
To your question, if you are just dropping in some ram, you really don't need all that stuff. just unplug your CPU, press the power button on the CPU to discharge whatever buildup it may have. touch a part of the case with one hand just prior to dropping in the stick (or something else close by in case you have static). it's not a big deal really. Just don't rub your feet on the carpet while plugging it in. LOL
2007-11-30 04:02:48 · answer #2 · answered by jordan_0_0_7 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, that should work. To be safe, just touch a piece of metal before you touch the RAM or computer. I have installed countless RAM sticks and never used a "wrist strap" or rubber glove and never fried any.
2007-11-30 04:02:11 · answer #3 · answered by B 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is conceivable that it would provide protection but I would make sure you are holding the memory by the circuit board ONLY. That will minimize the total risk to the hardware.
2007-11-30 04:00:52 · answer #4 · answered by Jason 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That will probably work fine. What I do is always be touching a grounded piece of bare metal while working on computers...I have never had a problem.
2007-11-30 04:00:19 · answer #5 · answered by Yoi_55 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yup, It is safe, you can use.
2014-10-05 19:59:52 · answer #6 · answered by Ronit 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋