ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PRECAUTIONS
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause damage to any
product, add-in modules or standalone units, containing
electronic components. Always observe the following
precautions when installing or handling these kinds of products
1.
Do not remove unit from its protective packaging until
ready to install.
2.
Wear an ESD wrist grounding strap before handling any
module or component. If the wrist strap is not available,
maintain grounded contact with the system unit throughout
any procedure requiring ESD protection.
3.
Hold the units by the edges; do not touch the electronic
components or gold connectors.
4.
After removal, always place the boards on a grounded,
static-free surface, ESD pad or in a proper ESD bag. Do not
slide the modules or standalone units over any surface.
WARNING! Integrated circuits and fiber optic
components are extremely susceptible to
electrostatic discharge damage. Do not handle
these components directly unless you are a qualified
service technician and use tools and techniques that
conform to accepted industry practices.
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