System Reliability Considerations - IBM IntelliStation E Pro 6216 Installation Manual

v Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
v Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives.
v Have a small, flat-blade screwdriver available.
v For a list of supported options for your computer, go to

System reliability considerations

To help ensure proper system cooling and system reliability, make sure that:
v Each of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel and electromagnetic
v There is adequate space around the computer to allow the computer cooling
v You have followed the instructions for cabling provided with optional adapters.
v You have replaced a failed fan as soon as possible.
Handling static-sensitive devices
Attention:
avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until
you are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, observe the following
precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.
v Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the
v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted
v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into your system unit
v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather; heating reduces
outlets for your computer, monitor, and other options that you intend to install.
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ on the World Wide Web.
compatibility (EMC) shield installed.
system to work properly. Leave approximately 51 mm (2 in.) of open space
around the front and rear of the computer. Do not place objects in front of the
fans.
Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your system. To
you.
device.
metal part of the system unit for at least 2 seconds. (This drains static electricity
from the package and from your body.)
without setting it down. If it is necessary to set the device down, place it in its
static-protective package. Do not place the device on your system unit cover or
on a metal table.
indoor humidity and increases static electricity.
Chapter 2. Installing the hardware
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