Foxtrot360 Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 Okay, so im trying to figure out how to clean the motherboard and video card, it probably sounds easy right, well yeah, but what is the SAFE method of doing it? Is Falcon Dust-Off safe for hardware? I dont need more damaged hardware. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 I use a compressed gas duster for this is very good and saves touching any parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dannik Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 A can of compressed air (but not a mechanical air compressor) that is designed for electronics, coupled with a vaccuum cleaner is usually the quickest, safest way to dust the guts of a computer. Don't shake the air canister before use; unlike most sprayers where you want to distribute the contents evenly, with compressed air, it will only mix propellant into the air, something you don't want or need. Keep the vaccuum hose near to the area being blown out, but not touching anything, while directing the compressed air to thoroughly remove particulate. The vaccuum is optional, but it will keep the cloud of dust from entirely resettling in the case or your working space. As always, when working in a computer case, a clean, dry environment to start with, and ground yourself as best you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnumkp Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 If you are using compressed air, make sure you shoot it horizontally. Tilting it at an angle can cause it to spray out liquid. (Squirt it just off to the side before attacking the mobo to make sure). Also, I use a stiff bristle paintbrush to loosen the dust/dirt first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxtrot360 Posted May 31, 2006 Author Share Posted May 31, 2006 I still question if it can mess anything up. I know a certain member that cleans his PC with an air compressor... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrowmanUK Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 I lay all my pc parts out flat on the floor then run the vacuum cleaner over them, remembering of course to raise the vacuum cleaner setting to deep pile Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dannik Posted May 31, 2006 Share Posted May 31, 2006 I know a certain member that cleans his PC with an air compressor... The reason this is potentially dangerous is air compressors just pressurize plain old room air. You know, the stuff that's chock full of moisture. Compress it, and spray it on sensitive electronics? Why not wet your hands liberally before installing new hardware? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxtrot360 Posted June 1, 2006 Author Share Posted June 1, 2006 So, the canned air shouldnt damage anything? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpl Ledanek Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 just done it again before Memorial Weekend with Falcon Dust Off. used a vacuum cleaner near the dusting area but NOT TOUCHING any part of PC. I usually buy them in 4-packs since you get more in savings that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dannik Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 So, the canned air shouldnt damage anything? Yes, as the canned air that is specifically for electronics contains no water-based chemicals. It's still got liquids in it, but those tend to be petrolium byproducts that evaporate at room temperature, so if you do shake the can or accidentally get a bit of the 'liquid' on your components, it won't be there long enough to be of any risk. Oh, and as per usual, the blantantly obvious: Powered off, unplugged, switch off the power supply, hit the power button to bleed the caps, etc. before trying. Just in case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobaka Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 You should go with the old tried and true Hoover method Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpl Ledanek Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 CLASSIC!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pz3 Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 I use an air compressor.... In general yes it will cause moisture and can harm your electronics if your not carefull. Bassicly moisture will cause an Arc and fry your electronics. Probly a little risky but I've never had problems with it... I usually let it sit with the case open for 30 minutes to an hour afterwards. Probly should even remove the battery before doing this aswell... should still have enough juice to fry it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 You should go with the old tried and true Hoover method Nice one mate, I thought it was a potato patch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangovictor Posted June 1, 2006 Share Posted June 1, 2006 You should go with the old tried and true Hoover method LOL - it looks like he had it sprayed with a rust protection coating.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteKnight77 Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 What ever happened to that video tutorial Rocky did for this very thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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