[P1] Worrisome static zaps

[Allan Hise]

On Wed, 17 Dec 2003, Larry Kollar wrote:

> Now that winter is setting in, I occasionally get static pokes off the
> iBook. Usually they don't seem to affect anything, but this morning the
> fan came on immediately after a zap, requiring a reboot to make stop. I
> expect the smooth plastic skin has something to do with it.
>
> I use (liberally) anti-static spray around my work area, which stinks
> mightily but helps some -- are there any other tips? The wife doesn't
> like the smell, but I like even less the idea of my primary computer
> dying of shock....

ESD wrist strap, ESD hand lotion and a fashionable ESD smock. Baby blue is
the best color. Readily available at semiconductor component manufacturers.