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To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge (ESD), observe the
following precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up
around you.
v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
v
Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.
v Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the
device.
v
While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an
unpainted metal part of the system unit for at least two seconds. This
drains static electricity from the package and from your body.
v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into your system
unit without setting it down. If it is necessary to set the device down, place
it in its static-protective package. Do not place the device on your system
unit cover or on a metal table. Take additional care when handling devices
during cold weather because heating reduces indoor humidity and
increases static electricity.
Planning and organizing the installation
This section identifies the shipment contents and the rules and regulations
you need to observe for the proper installation of your EXN1000 expansion
unit. It also provides an overview of the entire system installation process and
the appropriate documentation references for the procedures.
For detailed information, see the following topics:
v “Hardware specifications” on page 3
v “Checking shipment package contents” on page 4
v
“Rules for installing EXN1000 expansion units in a rack” on page 4
v “Guide to the installation process” on page 5
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