User's Manual
Electrostatic Discharge 
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 Megaohm +/- 10 percent resistance in the 
ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug 
against the skin. 
■ 
Use heelstraps, toestraps, or bootstraps 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 suggested equipment for proper 
grounding, contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or 
service provider. 
For more information on static electricity, contact your Compaq 
authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. 
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