Anti-Static Precautions - IEI Technology NOVA-9102 User Manual

NOVA-9152 and NOVA-9102 5.25" Motherboard

5.1 Anti-static Precautions

WARNING:
Failure to take ESD precautions during the installation of the
NOVA-9152 and NOVA-9102 may result in permanent damage to the
NOVA-9152 and NOVA-9102 and severe injury to the user.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,
including the NOVA-9152 and NOVA-9102. Dry climates are especially susceptible to
ESD. It is therefore critical that whenever the NOVA-9152 and NOVA-9102, or any other
electrical component is handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered
to.
Wear an anti-static wristband: - Wearing a simple anti-static wristband can
help to prevent ESD from damaging the board.
Self-grounding:- Before handling the board touch any grounded conducting
material. During the time the board is handled, frequently touch any
conducting materials that are connected to the ground.
Use an anti-static pad: When configuring the NOVA-9152 and NOVA-9102,
place it on an antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging
the NOVA-9152 and NOVA-9102.
Only handle the edges of the PCB:-: When handling the PCB, hold the PCB
by the edges.
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