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Writer: Hilary Stead Project: Compaq StorageWorks SAN Switch 8 Installation and Hardware Guide Comments: B
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Appendix
B
Electrostatic Discharge
To prevent damage to the system, heed the precautions you need to follow
when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity
from a finger or other conductor can damage system boards or other static-
sensitive devices. This type of damage can reduce the life expectancy of the
device.
To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions:
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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-free workstations.
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Place parts on a grounded surface 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.
