Computer Kit/toolbox Size?

[ilw]

No i do something similar to what lamsey does (though without removing the fuse) . Grounding yourself periodically does exactly the same thing as an antistatic wrist strap.

[Evil Gemini]

An angle grinder

[lynx]

Two small screwdrivers (one flat, one cross)
One large screwdriver (for the cpu heatsink)
Small pliers (for jumpers etc)
Small sockets, about 5mm (for mobo standoffs)
Power cord earth strap (as Lamsey)
Small hand vice for remaking floppy cables (I hate it when they come with a metre of cable and 4 device plugs).
Craft knife (for cutting floppy cable)

[Billy_Dean]

You can easily assemble a computer using only a philips screwdriver.

[Lamsey]

Originally posted by brotherdoobie+22 October 2003 - 09:25--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (brotherdoobie @ 22 October 2003 - 09:25)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>

Originally posted by Lamsey@21 October 2003 - 18:46
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@21 October 2003 - 23:33
An Antistatic Rist strap isnt needed, but it saves you &#036;100s of dollars in damage.
Wire Snippers/Strippers, Sodering, etc

1. Take the fuse out of a power cable
   
2. plug it into the PSU of your computer
   
3. grip your PSU with both hands periodically as you work inside the case
   

Works for me - you&#39;re grounded each time you touch the case and without the fuse, no power can get through to the case.


The only equipment I use is a screwdriver, a pair of fine pliers (for twisting parts off cases or getting at slippery jumpers), and my fuseless power cable (I keep one around - it saves time).

Then again, I&#39;m not a modder - I&#39;m happy with my components just the way they are.

You fellows are missing the point of a grounding wrist strap.........It&#39;s not so
that you dont get shocked.

It prevents static electricity from discharging into your computer.



Peace brotherdoobie [/b][/quote]
Ten out of ten for stating the bleeding obvious

Where in my post did I say I was worried about getting an electric shock myself?

Read before you post

[lynx]

I think brotherdoobie misquoted. I suspect he was referring to Wolfmight&#39;s following post about getting shocks.

[Billy_Dean]

Originally posted by lynx@22 October 2003 - 21:53
I think brotherdoobie misquoted. I suspect he was referring to Wolfmight&#39;s following post about getting shocks.

Mis-quoting is a very serious offence, I think the good brother should roll one of those doobies, and pass it around, to calm us all down.

[clocker]

Originally posted by wienerschnitzel@22 October 2003 - 00:40
i just use my magnetic screwdriver with changable heads.

ive also used a hammer

Magnetic screwdriver?

You enjoy living on the edge,eh?

[Wolfmight]

Originally posted by Lamsey+22 October 2003 - 05:55--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Lamsey @ 22 October 2003 - 05:55)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>

Originally posted by brotherdoobie@22 October 2003 - 09:25

Originally posted by Lamsey@21 October 2003 - 18:46
<!--QuoteBegin-Wolfmight

@21 October 2003 - 23:33
An Antistatic Rist strap isnt needed, but it saves you &#036;100s of dollars in damage.
Wire Snippers/Strippers, Sodering, etc

1. Take the fuse out of a power cable
   
   
2. plug it into the PSU of your computer
   
   
3. grip your PSU with both hands periodically as you work inside the case
   
   

Works for me - you&#39;re grounded each time you touch the case and without the fuse, no power can get through to the case.


The only equipment I use is a screwdriver, a pair of fine pliers (for twisting parts off cases or getting at slippery jumpers), and my fuseless power cable (I keep one around - it saves time).

Then again, I&#39;m not a modder - I&#39;m happy with my components just the way they are.

You fellows are missing the point of a grounding wrist strap.........It&#39;s not so
that you dont get shocked.

It prevents static electricity from discharging into your computer.



Peace brotherdoobie

Ten out of ten for stating the bleeding obvious

Where in my post did I say I was worried about getting an electric shock myself?

Read before you post [/b][/quote]
It&#39;s for Both really.
Some computer will can cause major injury.
(If your a dumbo who mods the Power Supply Unit LOL)

[Snee]

I&#39;ve got a few special tools for cellphones and suchlike I&#39;ve used some of once or twice with tricky things on the comp., but most often it&#39;s the screwdrivers and only the screwdrivers. I try to use tools with insulated handles, and I have to say the magnetic stuff doesn&#39;t sound good.

One of those anti-static bracelets and mats probably would not hurt though, been thinking a bit about it.

I&#39;ve also got a box full of assorted stuff like cables, screws, outdated cards, parts from chassis, old harddrives, old processors and stuff from old mobos like bios-batteries. The box has from time to time actually been useful.