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Appendix
B
Electrostatic Discharge
To prevent damaging the system, be aware of 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 may damage system boards or
other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may 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.
Grounding Methods
There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following
methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:
