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B-1 Electrostatic
Appendix B
Electrostatic Discharge
To prevent damaging the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other
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
■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.
■Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats.
■Use conductive field service tools.
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