Working With The Gateway Desktop Case; Preventing Static Electricity Discharge - Gateway E-3600 System Manual

Working with
the Gateway
Desktop case

Preventing static electricity discharge

The components inside your computer are extremely sensitive to static
electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Caution
Warning
Before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines:
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Turn off the computer power.
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Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and
attach it to a bare metal part of the computer.
Warning
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Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer.
ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge
sensitive components in the computer. Prevent ESD
damage by following ESD guidelines every time you open
the computer case.
To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and
moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power
cord and modem cable before opening the case.
To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object
into the vent holes of the power supply.
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