Maxxsonics MAXX-2400HD manual General Handling Precautions, Installing/Removing I/O Cards

General Handling Precautions

ESD Precautions

Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid damaging static-sensitive components when handling any PC card or disk drive.

•When the case of your server is open and its internal parts are exposed, do not touch any internal part without first grounding yourself to the chassis.

•Always wear a ground strap or work on an ESD-protective mat.

•DO NOT remove components from protective packaging until you are properly grounded.

•Handle printed circuit boards by their edges or by the metal bracket.

•Don’t touch any pin, contact, lead or component on the printed circuit boards.

•Keep disk drives in their anti-static package until installed in the server.

Mechanical Concerns

•Be careful when installing I/O cards into your system. Excessive force can damage the PC boards, cables or the motherboard.

•Be sure each board is aligned with its slot in the mating connector before installing. Use care to not flex any PC boards.

•Interface cable connectors must be mated carefully. Use care to not bend any of the pins. The connectors provided are keyed to prevent upside-down insertion.

•Interface cables are fragile and must not be pinched. Ensure that their dress does not restrict airflow from fans or heat sinks within the enclosure.

•Prior to installation, keep disk drives stored in a foam-lined protective carton to protect them from physical damage.

Installing/Removing I/O Cards

Refer to separate maintenance documents on the MAXX-2400HD. Any repair, adjustment or service operation must be performed by a qualified technician.

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