Sun Microsystems SG-XPCIE20FC-NEM-Z Observing ESD and Handling Precautions, Installing the NEM

Observing ESD and Handling

Precautions

Caution – Damage to the NEM can occur as the result of careless handling or electrostatic discharge (ESD). Always handle the NEM with care to avoid damage to electrostatic sensitive components.

To minimize the possibility of ESD-related damage, Sun strongly recommends using both a workstation antistatic mat and an ESD wrist strap. You can get an ESD wrist strap from any reputable electronics store or from Sun as part number #250-1007.

Observe the following precautions to avoid ESD-related problems:

■Leave the NEM in its antistatic bag until you are ready to install it in the system.

■Always use a properly fitted and grounded wrist strap or other suitable ES protection when handling the NEM and observe proper ESD grounding techniques.

■Place the NEM on a properly grounded antistatic work surface pad when it is out of its protective antistatic bag.

Installing the NEM

This section describes the process for installing a new Network Express Module (NEM) in a powered-onSun Blade 8000 or Sun Blade 8000 P system.

Note – If you are installing the NEM in a new Sun Blade 8000 or Sun Blade 8000 P system that has not yet been powered on, follow the installation instructions in the Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide.

■To Install the NEM

■To Connect the Optical Cables

The following sections describe these steps in more detail.

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