Working Inside The Server With The Power On; Handling Static-Sensitive Devices - IBM Xseries 345 8670 Maintenance Manual

v When the air-baffle assembly is installed in the server, the air-baffle cover is
v Microprocessor socket 2 always contains either a microprocessor baffle or a

Working inside the server with the power on

Your server supports hot-plug, hot-add, and hot-swap devices and is designed to
operate safely while turned on with the cover removed. Follow these guidelines
when you work inside a server that is turned on:
v Avoid loose-fitting clothing on your forearms. Button long-sleeved shirts before
v Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server.
v Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and loose-fitting wrist
v Remove items from your shirt pocket (such as pens or pencils) that could fall into
v Avoid dropping any metallic objects, such as paper clips, hair pins, or screws,

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention:
avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until
you are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, observe the following
precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.
v Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the
v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted
v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into the server without
v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather because heating
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xSeries 345 Type 8670: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
always closed.
microprocessor.
working inside the server; do not wear cuff links while you are working inside the
server.
watches.
the server as you lean over it.
into the server.
Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your server. To
you.
device.
metal part of the server for at least 2 seconds. (This drains static electricity from
the package and from your body.)
setting it down. If it is necessary to set the device down, place it in its
static-protective package. Do not place the device on the server cover or on a
metal table.
reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.