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Removing and Installing CompactFlash Memory Cards in Cisco 2800 Series Routers
This document describes installing and replacing CompactFlash memory cards in Cisco 2800 series
integrated services routers. It contains the following sections:
•Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage, page 1
•Removing a CompactFlash Memory Card, page1
•Installing a CompactFlash Memory Card, page2

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

CompactFlash memory cards are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, which can occur
when electronic cards or components are handled improperly, results in complete or intermittent failures.
To prevent ESD damage, follow these guidelines:
•Always use an ESD wrist or ankle strap and ensure that it makes good skin contact.
•Connect the equipment end of the strap to an unfinished chassis surface.
•Place a removed CompactFlash memory card on an antistatic surface or in a static shielding bag. If
the card will be returned to the factory, immediately place it in a static shielding bag.
•Avoid contact between the card and clothing. The wrist strap protects the card from ESD voltages
on the body only; ESD voltages on clothing can still cause damage.
•Do not remove the wrist strap until the installation is complete.
Caution For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap. The measurement should be
between 1 and 10 megohms (Mohms).

Removing a CompactFlash Memory Card

To remove a CompactFlash memory card from the chassis, perform the following steps (see Figure1):