Chapter 4 - Installing Optional Components 4-1
Chapter 4 Installing OptionalComponents

4.1 Installation Precautions

Before you install any system component, we recommend that you read the following
sections. These sections contain important ESD precautions, pre- and post installation
instructions.

4.1.1 ESD Precautions

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your processor, disk drives, expansion boards,
and other components. Always observe the following precautions before you install a
system component:
1. Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until you are ready to
install it.
2. Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the system unit before
handling components. If a wrist strap is not available, maintain contact with the
system unit throughout any procedure requiring ESD protection.