How Do I Ground Myself

[gbfan]

Hi all I was just wondering what I could use to ground myself so I can install my new ram? Thx 4 ne help ;)

[4th gen]

Hold onto a radiator and touch the metal on the case.

[gbfan]

k thx I'm Dumm@$$ though i just noticed the ram guide again :lol: Sorry its been awhile :frusty:

[Darth Sushi]

If your wall outlet is properly grounded (3-prong), plug the power cable into the power-supply but but leave the power off. holding the computer case frame (bare metal) will suffice as a ground.

[Weedy]

why would he want to change the ram when the power cord is plugged in?

[callum]

Originally posted by Weedy@4 February 2004 - 01:00
why would he want to change the ram when the power cord is plugged in?
Because then the case will be earthed. And he can ground himself by touching the case. If it isn't plugged it isn't earthed.

[SciManAl]

a three prong has three prongs for a reason, two give power, the othewr one is the grouynd.. when it is connected it will ground the comp better... if the power suply is switched off then your comp wont turn on when you push the Start button... (sry if you aren't a nub, this is just in case)

[peat moss]

Fart !! :lol: I touch the sink taps before I do anything

[Keikan]

Use gloves?

[abu_has_the_power]

Originally posted by Keikan@3 February 2004 - 23:44
Use gloves?
that doesn't help.


touching the case with the power cable plugged in is a good way to do it. so is touching anything metal that is somehow connected with the floor. u don't have that much to worry bout if u have wood floors.

[Keikan]

Huh? I thought the fear was static but gloves or rubber gloves don't transmit electricity so do your work with latex gloves :P

[gbfan]

Well thx for all the suggestions guys. I just left plugged in as suggested above. And no shock wooohooo my very first upgrade :D I'm thing king of the world :01: Okay Okay it was just ram but I'm still a noob kinda so :P :lol: :lol: Thx again guys

[Mr. Elmo]

if you sit on the ground, will that ground u?

[DWk]

Originally posted by Mr. Elmo@4 February 2004 - 10:52
if you sit on the ground, will that ground u?
I think you would ground the ground :rolleyes:

Or maybe your dad ground you for trying to ground yourself :lol: