FCA2257C cPCI Host Bus Adapter for Sun Solaris Installation Guide
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Electrostatic Discharge
To prevent damaging the system, you must take precautions when setting up the
system or when handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other
conductor may damage system adapters or other static-sensitive devices. This type of
damage can reduce the life expectancy of the device.
To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions:
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Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.
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Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free
workstations.
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Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.
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Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
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Always make sure you are properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive
component or assembly.
Grounding Methods
There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods
when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:
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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 megohm
±
10 percent resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper grounding, wear the
strap snug against the skin.
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Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the straps
on both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats.
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Use conductive field service tools.
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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 a
Compaq authorized reseller install the part.
NOTE:
For more information on static electricity, or for assistance with product installation,
contact your Compaq authorized reseller.
