To clean dust from your PC, firstturn it off,remove all connections, andtake it outside. Use a compressed air can or air duster toblow out debris and dust bunniesfrom each component.
You may even utilize a brush with soft bristles and microfiber towels to do the needful. I often use Q-tips dipped in Isopropyl Alcohol toget rid of the tough stains.
There certainly isn’t one standard way to clean your PC. But there are a few delicate things to keep in mind. My demonstration will give you a precise understanding of what to do.
Gather Necessary Tools
As I said earlier, you need to first grab acan of compressed airor anair duster.
I understand that not everybody owns this. However, these are the best bets when cleaning any PC component. So, I highly recommend purchasing one.
I’ll be usingFulljion’s Compressed Air Dusterto demonstrate the cleaning process today. But if you want a cheaper option, a compressed air can (specialized for cleaning PCs) or even aSilicon Air Blowershould suffice.
Besides, here are some other tools I recommend as I’ve always preferred them for cleaning my PC parts:
Before you begin,take your PC outsideandplace it on a tidy surface. Do not clean t inside your home as the process can lead to dust storms, eventually increasing the burden.
Tip:While PC damage due to static electricity is quite rare, it’s wise toground yourselfto be super-safe. Use ananti-static wrist bandor if you’re already wearing anti-static gloves, that should be enough.
Now, start bytaking out all the PC panels–both the side and the one on the front. The exact process varies depending on your PC case.
If yours are tightened with thumb screws, you may unscrew them using bare fingers. But if it’s an older PC case, you’ll need a screwdriver.
Take extra care when removing the front panel. Apply force but not too much – or you may end up breaking thepressure clips/tabs.
Also, some come with a dedicated cable and button for RGB, which needs to be unplugged accordingly.
Somebest airflow PC casescome withdust filtersat the top and bottom. These accumulate a significant amount of dust, so kindly take them off.
