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Electrostatic Discharge Protection - Agilent Technologies N5230AU-974 Installation Note

Extended frequency range upgrade kit to upgrade option 225 to option 425 for n5230a option 225 pna-l 20 ghz, 2-port, configurable test set, with serial numbers prefixed my4640 and above

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Installation Procedure for the Upgrade
The network analyzer must be in proper working condition prior to installing this option. Any
necessary repairs must be made before proceeding with this installation.
This installation requires the removal of the analyzer's protective outer
WARNING
covers. The analyzer must be powered down and disconnected from the
mains supply before performing this procedure.

Electrostatic Discharge Protection

Protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) is essential while removing or connecting
cables or assemblies within the network analyzer.
Static electricity can build up on your body and can easily damage sensitive internal circuit
elements when discharged. Static discharges too small to be felt can cause permanent
damage. To prevent damage to the instrument:
• always have a grounded, conductive table mat in front of your test equipment.
• always wear a grounded wrist strap, connected to a grounded conductive table mat, having
a 1 MΩ resistor in series with it, when handling components and assemblies or when
making connections.
• always wear a heel strap when working in an area with a conductive floor. If you are
uncertain about the conductivity of your floor, wear a heel strap.
• always ground yourself before you clean, inspect, or make a connection to a static-sensitive
device or test port. You can, for example, grasp the grounded outer shell of the test port or
cable connector briefly.
Figure 1
shows a typical ESD protection setup using a grounded mat and wrist strap. Refer to
"ESD Equipment and Supplies Required for the Installation" on page 6
Figure 1
ESD Protection Setup
Installation Note N5230-90022
for part numbers.
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