Compaq Armada M300 Series Reference Manual page 174

appendix
A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic
conductors may damage electronic components. Before handling
electrostatic-sensitive components, discharge static electricity by
one of the methods described in this appendix.
Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by
touching the unpainted metal surface or lug nuts on the
connectors on the back of the computer.
Avoid touching connector pins on the computer, a drive, or a
drive adapter.
Keep components in their electrostatic-safe containers until
you are ready to install them.
Have everything needed for the installation within
reach so that you do not have to leave the area after
beginning installation.
Use nonmagnetic tools.
Before touching an electronic component, discharge static
electricity by one of the grounding methods described later in
this appendix. If you must leave the area during installation,
remember to reground yourself before resuming installation.
Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. Handle electronic
components as little as possible.
If you remove a component, place it in an electrostatic-safe
container.
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