appendix C

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE

A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conductors may damage electronic components. Before handling electrostatic-sensitive components, discharge static electricity by one of the methods described in this appendix.

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge

When Handling Removable Drives

To prevent electrostatic damage to removable drives, observe these precautions:

■Before handling a removable drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface or lug nuts on the connectors on the back of the computer.

■Avoid touching connector pins on the computer and on the removable drive.

■Keep a removable drive in its carrying case until you are ready to insert it into a drive bay.

When Installing Internal Components

To prevent electrostatic damage when installing internal components, observe these precautions:

■Keep components in their electrostatic-safe containers until you are ready to install them.

■Have everything needed for the installation within reach so that you do not have to leave the area after beginning installation.

■Use nonmagnetic tools.

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