Quadrics QsNetII Interconnect

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Preventing Electrostatic Damage
To prevent damaging the system, you must follow the configuration procedures and
be aware of the standard precautions for handling electronic 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 can reduce the life expectancy
of the device.
E.1 Electrostatic Precautions
To prevent electrostatic damage, follow these guidelines:
• Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe
containers.
• Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at
static-free workstations.
• Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.
• Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
• Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or
assembly.
E.2 Grounding Methods
Use one or more of the following grounding methods when handling or installing
electrostatic-sensitive parts:
• 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 megaohm 10 percent resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper
grounding, wear the strap snug against the skin.
• Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the
straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats.
• Use conductive field service tools.
• Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat.
• If the suggested equipment for proper grounding is not available, have an HP
service representative install the part.
For more information about static electricity, or for assistance with product
installation, contact an HP service representative.
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