computer positioned directly in front of user
wrists relaxed and flat
arms at desk level
1.Turn off your computer and any attached peripherals.
2.Disconnect your computer and peripherals from AC power to reduce the potential for personal injury or shock. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
3.Remove the main battery from the battery com- partment and, if necessary, the secondary battery from the options bay.
4.Ground yourself by touching the unpainted metal surface of the I/O panel on the back of the computer.
While you work, periodically touch the I/O panel to dissipate any static electricity that might harm internal components.
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
Static electricity can harm electronic components inside your computer. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer’s electronic components, such as a memory module. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer’s I/O panel.
As you continue to work inside the computer, periodi- cally touch an I/O connector to remove any static charge your body may have accumulated.
You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):
•When unpacking a
•When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging.
•Handle all sensitive components in a
The following caution may appear throughout this docu- ment to remind you of these precautions:
CAUTION: See “Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge” in the safety instructions at the front of this guide.
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