x Compact T1 - Release 6.1
Preface
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) PrecautionsESD can damage processors, circuit cards, and other electronic components. Always
observe the following precautions before installing a system component.
1. Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until ready to
install.
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, mainta in cont act
with the system unit throughout any procedure requiring ESD protection.
WARNING! INTEGRATED CIRCUITS (ICS) ARE EXTREMELY SUSCEPTIBLE TO
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE. UNLESS YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN WHO
USES TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES THAT CONFORM TO ACCEPTED INDUSTRY PRACTICES, DO
NOT HANDLE ICS.
The ESD warning label appears on packages and storage bags
that contain static-sensitive products and components.