B Electrostatic Discharge; Grounding Methods - HP ML110 G1 User Manual

B Electrostatic Discharge

To prevent damage to the system, be aware of the precautions you need to
follow when setting up the system or handling parts. 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.

Grounding methods

There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following
methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:
• 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 ± 10 percent resistance in the
ground cords. To provide proper grounding, 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.
If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding,
have an authorized reseller install the part.
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