Computer Spring Cleaning

[evildoctor]

Hey guys! Need fellow Bros here advice! I would like to give my computer a good cleaning soon and would like to know what safety precautions I would need to take because I would like to re-arrange the wires as the wires are a bit messy.

 

[NobunagaOda]

Take note of static that can affect the components.

 

[jtjt00]

http://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/hardware-clinic-2/dust-blower-cleaning-pc-3687288.html

 

[wacko]

how long as the computer not been cleaned? do post pictures of dust accumulation, will be useful info for all of us.

 

[Gymrat76]

As mentioned, ensure that you ground your hands before touching components (touching a grounded metal part on the casing should work). Also make sure you note which wires go where, have cable ties handy to tidy up the cables.

Use a dust blower for best results to clear accumulated dust (hint: do it outdoors)!

 

[jedi5diah]

i tried those "canned" air duster they turns out producing "water" residue so do take note. i have no idea if they are (non conducting liquid)

i use those "toy air blower" press n release small burst amt of air...

new yr resolution sibo lol...

 

[kandinsky]

i use those "toy air blower" press n release small burst amt of air...

new yr resolution sibo lol...

Can also try those air dusters used by photographers, connect a small tube for hard to reach areas, but can use until hand sore I think

My build coming to 1 yr anniversary soon, very light layer of dust inside, don't feel like need to do any cleaning

 

[Gymrat76]

Get the DataVac. Loud as hell but it sure gets the job done!

 

[Gaiason]

dun do until too clean... wait cannot start up...

 

[commach]

Buy a small tube of heat sink compound before you start cleaning the system. After a few years of daily usage, most likely the compound dried and hardened, time for a new coat of compound to minimize the probability of overheating for the next 2-3 years.

 

[kaixax555]

i tried those "canned" air duster they turns out producing "water" residue so do take note. i have no idea if they are (non conducting liquid)

i use those "toy air blower" press n release small burst amt of air...

new yr resolution sibo lol...

Those are liquids that become gases upon release but they don't do much, if any harm to the hardware

I think datavac would be a good, though expensive substitute since compressed air can is not very good for the environment and not cost effective

 

[Danden]

dont use vaccum cleaner got static charge

 

[wadsad]

ppl buy the blow air one, really good? but damn expensive.

 

[Nakedtoes]

ppl buy the blow air one, really good? but damn expensive.

Those gas canister blower

 

[NobunagaOda]

Buy a small tube of heat sink compound before you start cleaning the system. After a few years of daily usage, most likely the compound dried and hardened, time for a new coat of compound to minimize the probability of overheating for the next 2-3 years.

Only if he do know how to do it.

 

[mosmos]

dont use vaccum cleaner got static charge

opps, I always use a rechargable portable vacuum cleaner to clean out the dust, hope my components are still ok

 

[kaixax555]

ppl buy the blow air one, really good? but damn expensive.

Is good just expensive loh

Sent from outer space using GAGT

 

[wadsad]

Is good just expensive loh

Sent from outer space using GAGT

yeah. press few times no more liao.

 

[NobunagaOda]

dont use vaccum cleaner got static charge

Vacuum cleaner may spoil some components.

 

[NobunagaOda]

yeah. press few times no more liao.

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