Jim Meagher <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Glen L. Bowes wrote:
> >
> > > 1)  Why would you install the motherboard in the case on top of the pink
> > > foam anti-static pad?
> > Really, you wouldn't. The foam is simply an insulating precaution for
> > shipping.
> >
>
> Glen is right! You should NOT have the foam in there! The foam packing
> is an anti-static insulator which means it is a partial conductor of
> electricity.
>


Most pink foam is non-conductive. It, however, will not generate static when
touched or rubbed against something. Even it is is slightly conductive, the
resistance is so high I can't imagine it causing a problem.

The black bags ARE conductive though.


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