Preliminary
V13I06C/V13I10C User’s guide
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Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
Static electricity can harm system boards. Perform service at an ESD workstation and follow proper ESD procedure
to reduce the risk of damage to components. We strongly encourage you to follow proper ESD procedure, which can
include wrist straps and smocks, when servicing equipment.
You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):
When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove the component’ s
antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the component in a computer. Just before
unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure you are at an ESD workstation or grounded. This will
discharge any static electricity that may have built up in your body.
When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging.
Handle all sensitive components at an ESD workstation. If possible, use antistatic floor pads and
workbench pads.
Handle components and boards with care. Don’ t touch the components or contacts on a board. Hold a
board by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket.
Do not handle or store system boards near strong electrostatic, electromagnetic, magnetic, or radioactive
fields.
