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E
LECTROSTATIC
A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic
conductors may damage electronic components. Before handling
electrostatic-sensitive components, discharge static electricity by
one of the methods described in this appendix.
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
When Handling Removable Drives
To prevent electrostatic damage to removable drives, observe
these precautions:
Before handling a removable drive, discharge static electricity
by touching the unpainted metal surface or lug nuts on the
connectors on the back of the computer.
Avoid touching connector pins on the computer and on the
removable drive.
Keep a removable drive in its carrying case until you are ready
to insert it into a drive bay.
When Installing Internal Components
To prevent electrostatic damage when installing internal
components, observe these precautions:
Keep components in their electrostatic-safe containers until
you are ready to install them.
Have everything needed for the installation within reach so
that you do not have to leave the area after beginning
installation.
Use nonmagnetic tools.
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