Nancy Haitz ([EMAIL PROTECTED])wrote:
> People's opinions probably vary on this, but I always unplug everything
> before opening up the computer. At a minimum you should probably
> unplug the power cord.
The power cord's easy, as is the keyboard, and I've disconnected the
Ethernet cord until I get everything up again, anyway. It's the monitor
cable that is a pain, especially as there's little room to maneuver behind
the machine. But I'll be cautious and keep disconnecting it.
> I don't use a grounding strap except in the winter months. Our house
> has a lot of static electricity that time of year. Otherwise, I just
> touch the metal housing before touching sensitive parts.
Yeah, normally I wouldn't worry; there isn't even carpeting in here. But
yesterday my 2-year-old daughter came in and touched my leg and shocked me.
I wasn't in the Mac's innards at the time, and have been closing the door
when I open the Mac, but I decided better safe than sorry.
Thanks again for your good advice,
Joy
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