Sun Microsystems W1100z, User Manual

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4-2 Sun Java Workstation W1100z and W2100z User Guide • January 2005
4.2 Installation Precautions
Before removing the system’s left-side access panel, read the following sections.
These sections contain important ESD precautions, along with preinstallation and
postinstallation instructions.
4.2.1 ESD Precautions
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your processor, disk drives, expansion
boards, and other components. Always observe the following precautions before you
install a system component:
1. Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until you are ready to
install it.
2. Wear a wrist strap and attach it to the system chassis ground, or any metal part of
the system, before handling components.
3. Disconnect the AC power cord from the system before removing or replacing any
of the system components.
4.2.2 Preinstallation Instructions
Always perform the following steps before you install any component:
1. Turn off the system and all of the peripherals connected to it.
2. Unplug the AC power cable from the system.
Standby power is applied to the motherboard whenever an AC power cord is
connected.
3. Follow the ESD precautions described above when handling a system component.
See the following section for specific installation instructions.
Caution –
Failure to properly turn off the system before you start installing
components may cause serious damage.