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Electrostatic Discharge
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.
Preventing Electrostatic Damage
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:
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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 /- 10 percent resistance in the
ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug
against the skin.
