No.2803[Last 50 Posts]
How essential is this for building a computer
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No.2804
>>2803
It's not essential. But it's cheaper than pretty much any computer component, so why risk it?
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No.2805
>>2803
I bought one 10 years ago for my first computer build. The fucking thing was about as long as the one in your pic, but still kept detaching every few minutes as I was fiddling around.
I've built three computers since then and haven't used it, and I've never had a problem. Actually, four computers.
I do live in a continental (humid) climate, and I think it's harder to generate static electricity in humid climates. I build my computers while nude and touch something I know is grounded before reaching for new components. Haven't had any problems.
So I'd say non-essential as long as you're reasonably careful and don't shuffle around on a carpeted floor in wool socks while assembling your computer.
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No.2807
If I sit on my concrete floor in the kitchen in my house with like 60% humidity will I be good?
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No.2809
>>2807
Probably, but as long as you're still standing on the concrete floor, you'd probably be more comfortable assembling it on the counter, unless there's some reason you can't.
I'd still recommend nudity. It will show the computer that you're unafraid.
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No.2810
>>2809
Thanks anon, I'll be sure to do that, I want it to know that I'm not afraid and willing to never keep secrets from it
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No.2871
Is it essential.
Static discharge can and will fuck with your internals in ways you may not visibly see. Any decent hardware tech knows to ground yourself with that strap and then the computer itself.
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No.2872
Is it essential.
Static discharge can and will fuck with your internals in ways you may not visibly see. Any decent hardware tech knows to ground yourself with that strap and then the computer itself.
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No.2899
Never used one, never had any problems related to not doing so.
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No.2900
Can't you just touch the case and/or PSU every so often? I've never had any problems.
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No.2913
>>2900
That works until you touch something other than the case or PSU.
Look up the YouTube video from IBM about static discharge.
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No.2914
I've built computers since 1999. Haven't used one, haven't burned out a part.
People are just paranoid.
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No.2915
I've never used one. I wouldn't say it's worthless, but if you're careful you shouldn't need it.
Get it if you're worried.
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No.3506
>>2809
Should I be erect or not?
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No.3589
Completely useless. Just touch your case or a radiator before building your stuff. Electrical discharges can really fuck up electronics tho, heard of a friend who fried his mobo when trying it intentionally
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No.3632
>>2803
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWK5lSKge6o
not "required" but not worth the risk, remember to wear fewer clothes and to touch the case/PSU before touching any sensitive components (CPU/Mobo/Memory)
I've killed components due to static before, it's a real thing.
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No.3634
>>3506
How else are you going to stick your dong in the ethernet port?
>shootingpoolwitharope
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No.3653
Is this some epic maymay?
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No.3713
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No.3716
>>3632
Did they just recommended putting the component on the static bag? Do not do that.
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No.3724
>>2805
>I build my computers while nude
what the fuck
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No.3739
>>3724
>Year MMXV
>Not building your computers wearing nothing but anti-static gloves.
Come on annon. Get with the times.
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No.3894
What is this?
I was planning on building a computer, but I don't know much about it.
I assume this is to prevent static electricity?
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No.3907
>>2805
>I build my computer while nude
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No.3927
>>2803
>How essential is this for building a computer
Yes
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No.3963
>>3894
Yes, it's for preventing static electricity
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No.4000
I've carried motherboards up and down carpeted stairs in socks and haven't had an issue EVER.
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No.4031
ive built computers beyond counting and never even though about static electricity since the first build, where my dad was present and kept reminding me. never had a problem.
I have had one mobo come DOA -- maybe I static shocked that one to death. But I really doubt it.
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No.4085
>>2803
its fucking retarded, you have a better chance at getting stuck by lightning than frying your pc with static
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No.4134
>>3632
call me a retard but I just destroyed my Macbook pro upgrading the RAM on it with static
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No.4136
>wrist straps are less than $5
>wrist straps are a conspiracy to make you look funny while building computers in your basement
What in the actual even am I reading here?
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No.4299
If you want to build your computer on a plastic or wooden table while standing on carpet wearing polyester socks and clothing, then yes. Otherwise just be careful
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No.4324
use your other hand to touch a metal part of the case. it will ground you just the same. this is what I teach all my disciples
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No.4522
I was wearing wool socks on a carpet while messing with a motherboard. My finger sparked on the ethernet port's metal frame.
Close call. Be careful out there
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No.4745
The thing with ESD is that it does not kill components instantly anymore (they have some builtin protection), it just shortens their lifespan significantly.
Here is a nice retro video about it (1/2 hour)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFqedlvMm6k
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No.4746
>>4136
You will get one free at any reputable parts seller (sometimes you have to ask). If they don't, do not buy from them: who knows how they are handling your parts? Anybody qualified to do it will know giving a free one with each order beats giving you a refund or replacement for broken kit.
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No.4756
>>4563
>>4085
That's true. I built mine without any precaution and nothing happened.
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No.4763
>>4756
>That's true. I built mine without any precaution and nothing happened.
>nothing happened.
See >>4745
ESD is the silent killer.
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No.4769
I don't use one because I'm not a fucking coward.
If you don't build a computer on your carpet with socks on you're a pussy.
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No.4772
>>4769
mfw actually did this
I have no sense of danger
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No.4773
You can ground yourself for $0 by plugging your PSU in and touching the metal casing. Or anything metal that has a direct connection to an outlet or the ground.
Don't buy an overpriced wristband because shills tell you to OP.
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No.4775
>>3506
>Should I be erect or not?
building a computer and not getting a erection while doing it...... what are you? some kind of simpleton???
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No.4819
>>3506
Depends on how sexy the computer you're building is. Mandatory for LGA2011 builds.
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No.4868
>>2803
My computer is running fine and I built it on the carpet without one of those.
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No.4914
Just don't wear a wool skirt over silk panties and you'll be fine touching the metal frame before touching any components or connectors. The only time I wore an anti-static wristband was when I worked on cirecuit boards with very static-sensitive components like opamps.
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No.4924
>>2803
I have literally never purchased or used one. Touch some metal to discharge yourself periodically while building one.
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No.4928
>>3506
Sounds like you might need help with your #BIGDICKPROBLEMS
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No.4959
What about a wireless one?
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No.4971
>>2803
Haven't used one for 10+ years of building enthusiast computers. Haven't killed a component. Maybe it's that I just don't use wool socks on carpet while licking 9-volt batteries before building.
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No.6641
Only redditors/linusjewtip fags actually buy these
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No.6645
>>2913
You don't begin to build up static charge again unless you're rubbing your sock feet back and forth on the carpet.
>>2900
One touch on the metal case should be all you need.
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No.6772
built a mining rig in the winter on a carpet and with my cats running around without one of these, seems fine, though sometimes when I touch the heat sink of the gpu it will cause a shock and 2 of the cards will stop working and the whole system locks up.
I believe these are unrelated, but you never know
Just remember that the static shock you can feel is waaaay more powerful than what it takes to damage components. But if you look up how charges work and get transferred there's not much to it.
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No.6780
>>2803
Never had a problem.
Is it bad that the first thing I thought was that it was a nipple clamp?
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No.6786
Are you doing this for someone?
If YES: Mandatory
If NO: Irrelevant, unless you're shitty with tech and can't into earthing.
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No.6961
>>3506
yeah of course, band around dick alligator clip on the electrode
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No.6981
>>3634
you're doing it wrong. the penis is inserted into ground, eliminating all static electricity.
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No.9091
i never knew this was a thing
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No.9112
>>2803
Not essential at all. I keep tapping a grounded surface every now and then when assembling PC's, serves the same purpose without the hassle.
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No.9114
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No.9117
>>9114 She shows me her panties so she is lewd! Therefore I wanna rape this slut!
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No.9118
>>9117 Lain flashed her panties. She must flirt me!
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No.9119
just one of those retarded jewish party tricks... jews use this to electrocute freshly circumcised infants' penis by connecting the other end to a power supply...
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No.9125
>>2803
I think that's the thing they use to to jumpstart cars and conduct elecrticity to electricute someones balls
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No.9135
I work on a nuclear submarine and we are supposed to wear ESD wrist straps for all of our maintenance. Spoiler: We never wear them.
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No.9140
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