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    USB Mini Vacuums Safe?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by ThePacster, Mar 31, 2008.

  1. ThePacster

    ThePacster Notebook Geek

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    Just looking into different methods of keeping my laptop clean, and came across vendors selling usb powered mini vacuums. Was wondering if anyone has had any experience with these.
     
    ThePacster, Mar 31, 2008
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  2. knightingmagic

    knightingmagic Notebook Deity

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    They're more of a novelty than tools. You'll want to open up the computer while you dust, which means shutting it off.
     
    knightingmagic, Mar 31, 2008
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  3. ahl395

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    I have one. It is good for getting it the crevices between keys. But it doenst really have too much suction power. A simple can of air spray does a better job to be honest. But they are safe.
     
    ahl395, Mar 31, 2008
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  4. X2P

    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    Yes they are safe but may I say do not hold them too tight... Broke my friends and cut my self so safe to an extent.
     
    X2P, Mar 31, 2008
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    nizzy1115 Notebook Prophet

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    Vacuums are not safe for computers. They create static electricity that can be harmful for components.
     
    nizzy1115, Mar 31, 2008
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    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    I'm pretty sure that's normally because vacuums run over carpet. Otherwise, I can't see where the static is coming from. It's just a glorified fan attached to a large straw.
     
    Lithus, Mar 31, 2008
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  7. ThePacster

    ThePacster Notebook Geek

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    It would really be moreso for than keyboard than the inside. I'm thinking from the standpoint of trying to suck things out from around the keys rather than just blowing it around possibly deeper under the keys where I'll never get to it.
     
    ThePacster, Mar 31, 2008
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