Advanced Data Guarding User Guide

Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required

Writer: John Turner Project: Advanced Data Guarding for the Smart Array 5300 Controller Reference Guide Comments: final draft

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Appendix

Electrostatic Discharge

A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor can damage

printed circuit 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 parts in static-safe

containers.

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Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at

static-free work stations.

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Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their

container.

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Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.

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Always make sure you are properly grounded when touching a static-

sensitive component or assembly.