VP1-250X User’s Manual
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Revision E, September 2016
Handling
To prevent damaging the module, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when
handling or installing the module. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other
conductor may damage static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life
expectancy of the device.
To prevent electrostatic damage:
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Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.
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Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-protected
workstations.
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Place parts in a static-protected area before removing them from their containers.
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Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
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Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly.
Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge
Several methods are used for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when
handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:
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Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer
chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 Megaohm (± 10 percent)
resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug against
the skin.
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Use heel straps, toe straps or boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on
both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats.
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Use conductive field service tools.
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Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat.
Installation
Ensure that all power is removed from the VPX backplane before inserting the module. Prior to
inserting the VP1-250X into the card cage, it is necessary to verify the slot the module will be
inserted into is compatible with the module. VPX modules are typically keyed to prevent the
insertion of a module into the wrong card cage slot. The VP1-250X utilizes two guide modules
with keying. In the standard configuration both guide modules are not keyed. Caution must be
used to ensure the module is not inserted into a slot that will cause damage to either the
module, the backplane, or any other device attached to the system. Guide module keying is
available with no key, 0°, 45°, 90°, 270°, and 315°.
Considerations for airflow provided to the module are important. Ensure that proper airflow is
provided to air-cooled modules. Conduction cooled modules should only be used in a properly
configured conduction cooled card cage. Operation of a conduction cooled VPX module in an air
cooled environment can result in overheating of the storage device.
