cleaning out dust

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by Tonglebeak, Jul 19, 2005.

  1. Tonglebeak

    Tonglebeak Specialist

    If using a vacuum to clean out the dust inside the case, is there anything I should be aware of NOT to do? I plan on just using a vacuum tube with the brissel head thinger on it; if this can cause any problems, please let me know.
     
    Tonglebeak, Jul 19, 2005
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  2. theefool

    theefool Geekified

    I'd just use a can of air to clean out the computer, while it is off.

    Some vacuums are not all that strong to get rid of all the dust on all the parts.

    At work we use an air compressor.
     
    theefool, Jul 19, 2005
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  3. Rikky

    Rikky Wile E. Coyote - One of a kind

    Yes,DONT,the nozzle of a vacuum cleaner is full of static just waiting to be earthed by one of the components in your computer,which will be the last electrical current it will ever carry,only canned air should be used :eek:
     
    Rikky, Jul 19, 2005
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