Grounding Methods - Compaq AP200 - Professional - 128 MB RAM Reference Manual

B-2 Electrostatic Discharge

Grounding Methods

There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following
methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:
If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have
an Authorized Compaq Reseller install the part.
NOTE: For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product
installation, contact your Authorized Compaq Reseller.
Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded
workstation or computer chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a
minimum of 1 megohm
provide proper ground, wear the strap snug against the skin.
Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps at standing workstations.
Wear the straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors or
dissipating floor mats.
Use conductive field service tools.
Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating
work mat.
10 percent resistance in the ground cords. To