Before You Begin; Precautions - Nexcom EBC340 User Manual

This chapter of the User's Manual describes how to set jumpers.
Note: The procedures that follow are generic for all EBC340.

2.1 Before You Begin

Ensure you have a stable, clean working environment. Dust and dirt can get into components
and cause a malfunction. Use containers to keep small components separated.
Adequate lighting and proper tools can prevent you from accidentally damaging the internal
components. Most of the procedures that follow require only a few simple tools, including the
following:
A Philips screwdriver
A flat-tipped screwdriver
A set of jewelers Screwdrivers
A grounding strap
An anti-static pad
Using your fingers can disconnect most of the connections. It is recommended that you do not
use needle-nosed pliers to disconnect connections as these can damage the soft metal or plastic
parts of the connectors.
Before working on internal components, make sure that the power is off. Ground yourself before
touching any internal components, by touching a metal object. Static electricity can damage
many of the electronic components. Humid environment tend to have less static electricity than
dry environments. A grounding strap is warranted whenever danger of static electricity exists.

2.2 Precautions

Computer components and electronic circuit boards can be damaged by discharges of static
electricity.
Working on the computers that are still connected to a power supply can be extremely
dangerous. Follow the guidelines below to avoid damage to your computer or yourself:
Always disconnect the unit from the power outlet whenever you are working inside the case.
If possible, wear a grounded wrist strap when you are working inside the computer case.
Alternatively, discharge any static electricity by touching the bare metal chassis of the unit
case, or the bare metal body of any other grounded appliance.
Hold electronic circuit boards by the edges only. Do not touch the components on the board
unless it is necessary to do so. Don't flex or stress the circuit board.
Leave all components inside the static-proof packaging that they shipped with until they are
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