Static...

[Bergkamp]

Just wondering if there is a way to make your own anti-static device for tinkering with your computer's insides. I know it's not advised but I kinda need to get in there now.

Cheers

[krazykarl]

1. tap your fingers on your powersupply first, its usually grounded.
2. Dont work on carpet, you are just asking for trouble.
3. put your parts in anti-static bags when you transport them around. (the greyish placstic bags that 90% of new hardware comes in)

[Bergkamp]

Thanks for that... I knew wooden floors throughout was a good idea.

[Erik]

All you need is to be grounded when working on your PC.
Or at least remove any possible static charge you gathered during the day.

I think as long as you don't have carpet and you don't wear a wool/synthetic sweater you will be fine if you just discharge once before you start work.

Touching your central heating system will discharge you.
As does touching the ground in a wall socket (the metal clips that stick out in a standard socket)

I think krazykarl is also right about touching the power supply.
But it must be plugged in for that work.

[Lee1026]

touching anything large and metal would work