Safety
Electrostatic discharge
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
Preventing electrostatic damage
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.
•Use a portable field service kit with a folding
If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an HP authorized reseller install the part.
NOTE: For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product installation, contact your HP authorized reseller.
34 Regulatory compliance and safety
