Before Starting the Installation Process
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Before Starting the Installation Process
Before you begin installing the ’C8x SDB, do the following tasks:
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Verify that you received the items listed as part of the ’C8x SDB kit in
Chapter 1.
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Make sure that the system in which you are installing the SDB meets the
equipment and software requirements listed in Chapter 1.
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To help avoid equipment damage, read and follow the instructions in this
section for controlling static electricity and avoiding obstructions that could
prevent you from installing the SDB.
Note:
If you find any items missing or damaged, contact Texas Instruments im-
mediately. See
If You Need Assistance in the Preface for the appropriate
phone numbers.
Controlling static electricity
Minimizing Static Shock
Special handling methods and materials should be used to prevent
equipment damage. You should be familiar with identification and
handling of ESD-sensitive devices before attempting to perform
the procedures described in this manual.
To help avoid problems resulting from static electricity, follow these guidelines:
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Store the board in its antistatic bag until you are ready to use it.
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Keep the antistatic bag for storing or transferring the board between com-
puters.
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Wear a properly connected ground strap at all times when handling the
SDB.