Handling The Motherboard; Electrostatic Discharge Precautions - SOYO SY-6IWM User Manual

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1-3 HANDLING THE MOTHERBOARD

To avoid damage to your Motherboard, follow these simple rules while unpacking:
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Before handling the Motherboard, ground yourself by grasping an unpainted
portion of the system's metal chassis.
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Remove the Motherboard from its anti-static packaging. Hold the
Motherboard by the edges and avoid touching its components.
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Check the Motherboard for damage. If any chip appears loose, press
carefully to seat it firmly in its socket.
Warning: Do not apply power if the Motherboard appears damaged. If
there is damage to the board, contact your dealer immediately.

1-4 ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PRECAUTIONS

Make sure to ground yourself before handling the Motherboard or other system
components. Electrostatic discharge can easily damage the components. Note that
you must take special precautions when handling the Motherboard in dry or air-
conditioned environment.
To protect your equipment from electrostatic discharge, take the following
precautions:
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Do not remove the anti-static packaging until you are ready to install.
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Ground yourself before removing any system component from its protective anti-
static packaging. (To ground yourself, grasp the expansion slot covers or other
unpainted portions of the computer chassis.)
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Frequently ground yourself while working or use a grounding strap.
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Handle the Motherboard by its edges and avoid touching its components.
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