IEI Technology KINO-ATOM, User Manual

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KINO-ATOM Motherboard
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3.1 Anti-static Precautions
WARNING!
Failure to take ESD precautions during the installation of the
KINO-ATOM may result in permanent damage to the KINO-ATOM and
severe injury to the user.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,
including the KINO-ATOM. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore
critical that whenever the KINO-ATOM, or any other electrical component is handled, the
following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
Wear an anti-static wristband : - Wearing a simple anti-static wristband can
help to prevent ESD from damaging the board.
Self-grounding :- Before handling the board touch any grounded conducting
material. During the time the board is handled, frequently touch any
conducting materials that are connected to the ground.
Use an anti-static pad : When configuring the KINO-ATOM, place it on an
antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the
KINO-ATOM.
Only handle the edges of the PCB :- When handling the PCB, hold the PCB
by the edges.
3.2 Unpacking
3.2.1 Unpacking Precautions
When the KINO-ATOM is unpacked, please do the following:
Follow the anti-static precautions outlined in Section
7
3.1 .
Make sure the packing box is facing upwards so the KINO-ATOM does not fall
out of the box.
Make sure all the components shown in Section
7
3.3 are present.