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Electrostatic Discharge
A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other
Preventing Electrostatic Damage
To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions:
■Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in
■Keep
■Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.
■Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
■Always be properly grounded when touching a
Grounding Methods
There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic- sensitive parts:
■Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm +/- 10 percent resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug against the skin.
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