HP A7540-96010 manual Prevention methods, Grounding methods

Electrostatic Discharge

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To prevent damage to 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 static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device.

Prevention methods

■Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.

■Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free workstations.

■Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.

■Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.

■Always make sure you are properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly.

Grounding methods

There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:

■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.

■Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat.

If you do not have any of the equipment suggested for proper grounding, either have an HP Authorized Reseller install the part or discharge any potential static by touching a piece of sheet metal immediately before touching the component or the device.

Note: For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product installation, contact your HP Authorized Reseller.

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