Working with a laptop's internal components on a bare metal surface - yes?
Working with a laptop's internal components on a bare metal surface - yes?
I understand that today ESD concerns are minimal for PCs built on ungrounded metal surfaces, but for laptops this is different. Opening a laptop and touching its internal components can still expose it to ESD damage.
I think it's highly improbable this will lead to any issues, though I'm unsure of the source. You might want to use an anti-static wrist strap and work on a non-conductive, static-free surface. If that doesn't help, placing a cardboard box nearby and touching a plugged-in but off-powered supply every few minutes could also be effective.
I've also watched that video, which is why I'm less concerned about ESD these days, though I still want to be cautious. Just to be safe, why place a motherboard on a metal table? Even a big sheet of paper works fine.
Just checking if laptops differ from PCs when it comes to ESD damage.