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3.3. Safety Measures
Computer components and electronic circuit boards can be damaged
by discharges of static electricity. Working on computers that are still
connected to a power supply can be extremely dangerous. Follow the
simple guidelines below to avoid damaging your computer:
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Safety Measures
Always disconnect the mainboard from the ATX power
supply, and disconnect the computer from the power outlet
whenever you are working inside the computer case.
If possible, wear a grounded wrist strap when you are in-
stalling the mainboard or working inside the computer case.
Alternatively, discharge any static electricity by touching
the bare metal chassis of the computer 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. Do not flex or stress the circuit board.
Leave each component inside the static-proof packaging
that it ships with until you are ready to use the component
for the installation.
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