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Notes:
Drain static electricity before you install or remove any parts. Installing or
removing modules without observing this precaution could result in damage to
this and/or other modules in your system.
Initial Inspection
After unpacking the VR11, you should inspect it for visible damage that could
have occurred during shipping or unpacking. If damage is observed (usually in
the form of bent component leads or loose socketed components), contact GE
Intelligent Platforms for additional instructions. Depending on the severity of
the damage, it may necessary to return the product to the factory for repair
.
DO NOT apply power to the board if it has visible damage.
Doing so may cause further, possibly irreparable damage, as well as introduce a
fire or shock hazard.
Unpacking
Please read the manual carefully before unpacking the board or module or
fitting the device into your system. Also adhere to the following:
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Please read this manual carefully before unpacking the module or fitting it
into your system. This will certainly save time and avoid trouble.
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Observe all precautions for electrostatic sensitive modules
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If the product contains batteries, please do not place the board on
conductive surfaces, antistatic plastic, or sponge, which can cause shocks
and lead to battery or board trace damage.
•
Please do not exceed the specified operational temperatures. Note that
batteries and storage devices might also have temperature restrictions.
•
Keep all original packaging material for future storage or warranty
shipments of the board.
Although the VR11 is carefully packaged to protect it against the rigors of
shipping, it is still possible that shipping damages can occur. Careful inspection
of the shipping carton should reveal some information about how the package
was handled by the shipping service. If evidence of damage or rough handling
is found, you should notify the shipping service and GE Intelligent Platforms as
soon as possible.
Retain all packing material in case of future need.
Note
Before installing or removing any board, please ensure that the system power
and external supplies have been turned off.
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