Chapter 3 Installation; Static-Sensitive Devices; Precautions - Supermicro AOC-S3908L-H8iR User Manual

Note: Your system came with the adapter pre-installed as a part of an integrated
solution. We do not recommend that any part of your system components be re-
moved and re-installed. However, if you do need to remove or re-install a system
component, including this add-on card, please follow the instructions below to
ensure proper system setup. Also, be sure to remove the power cord first before
adding, removing or changing any hardware components to avoid damaging the
system or components.
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Static-Sensitive Devices

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To avoid dam-
aging your add-on card, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following
measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD.

Precautions

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Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.
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Touch a grounded metal object before removing the add-on card from the
antistatic bag.
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Handle the add-on card by its edges only; do not touch its components, or
peripheral chips.
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Put the add-on card back into the antistatic bags when not in use.
•
For grounding purposes, make sure that your system chassis provides excel-
lent conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners,
and the add-on card.
Chapter 3
Installation
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Chapter 3: Installation