Step 2: Protect Against Electrostatic Discharge; Step 3: Unpack The Switch - NETGEAR GS716TP Hardware Installation Manual

16-Port Gigabit (Hi-Power) PoE+ Ethernet Smart Managed Pro Switch with 2 SFP Ports
Step 2: Protect against electrostatic
discharge
WARNING: Static electricity can harm delicate components inside your system. To
prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any
of the electronic components, such as the microprocessor. You can do so by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface on the switch.
You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge
(ESD):
• When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, leave it in
the antistatic package until you are ready to install it. Just before unwrapping the
antistatic package, discharge static electricity from your body.
• Before moving a sensitive component, place it in an antistatic container or package.
• Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor
pads, workbench pads, and an antistatic grounding strap.

Step 3: Unpack the switch

The following figure shows the package contents for the switch. The contents for model
GS716TP and GS716TPP are the same, other than the switch model.
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Figure 7. Model GS716TPP package contents
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