HP ProLiant Data Protection Storage Server User Guide (December 2005)

• Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive
component or assembly.
Preventing electrostatic discharge
To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions:
• Avoid h and contact by transporting and storing products in
static-safe containers.
• Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive
at static-free workstations.
• 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 static-sensitive
component or assembly.
Grounding method s
There are several m ethods for grounding. Use one or more of the following
methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:
• Useawriststrapconnectedbyagroundcordtoagrounded
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 grounding, wear the strap snug
against the skin.
• Useheelstraps,toestraps,orbootstrapsatstandingworkstations.
We ar 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,
have an authorized reseller install the pa rt.
NOTE:
For more information on static electricity, or for assistance with product
installation, contact your authorized reseller.
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