Specifications

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ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PRECAUTIONS
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause damage to any product, add-in
modules or standalone units, containing electronic components. Always
observe the following precautions when installing or handling these
kinds of products
1. Do not remove unit from its protective packaging until ready to
install.
2. Wear an ESD wrist grounding strap before handling any module or
component. If the wrist strap is not available, maintain grounded
contact with the system unit throughout any procedure requiring
ESD protection.
3. Hold the units by the edges; do not touch the electronic
components or gold connectors.
4. After removal, always place the boards on a grounded, static-free
surface, ESD pad or in a proper ESD bag. Do not slide the modules
or standalone units over any surface.
WARNING! Integrated circuits and fiber optic components
are extremely susceptible to electrostatic discharge
damage. Do not handle these components directly unless
you are a qualified service technician and use tools and
techniques that conform to accepted industry practices.