How do I clean my pc?

Posted by Spacious2@reddit | buildapc | View on Reddit | 6 comments

How do I properly clean my pc and remove all dust? I was thinking of getting an electric air duster but I have no idea which one to get. Any recommendations?

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moreinfos@reddit

i invested in a decent electric blower years ago and that's what I use regularly, but like overall says, make sure you don't let any of your fans spin.

if you don't clean it often though, the duster will not get it completely clean. at that point I'd watch some videos online on what to use and how to do it safely, cause it'll be hand to hand combat with your components.

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Overall-Tailor8949@reddit

I use our vacuum cleaner hose, CAREFULLY! Just don't let the fans spin and do NOT touch any of the boards/drives with the plastic tube from the vac. At my last job I'd take the PC out the back door and use the (dry) air compressor to blast the dust bunny herds away, again not touching and not letting the fans spin.

I do NOT recommend using "canned air" to clean a system, if you tilt the spray can too much it WILL blast moisture all over the boards.

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DBA92@reddit

Just go for a well reviewed one. As powerful as possible. They’re all pretty similar. Some come with additional nylon brushes that are useful for cleaning heatsinks.