Compaq Deskpro 2000 Series Reference Manual page 180

Preventing
Electrostatic
Damage
appendix G
E
LECTROSTATIC
A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor
may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices.
This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the
device.
To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following
precautions:
Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in
static-safe containers.
Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until
they arrive at static-free workstations.
Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them
from their containers.
Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
Always be properly grounded when touching a static-
sensitive component or assembly.
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ISCHARGE
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