Handling PCI Cards
Overview
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Handling PCI Cards
PCI cards are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge. To avoid damaging a PCI
card during handling, take the following precautions.
C A U T I O N
Do not walk around carrying a PCI card that is not in its
static-protective envelope, as it can damage the card.
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Always store the PCI card in its static-protective envelope if it is not installed
in the system.
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Always hold a PCI card by its edges.
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Always ground yourself before handling a PCI card. To ground yourself, touch
the inside of the PCI card cage to discharge any static electricity, or wear a
grounding strap. If you have a grounding strap, attach one end to the rear of
the system, and place the other around your wrist (Figure 1-4).
