Apply Dielectric Grease Over Sim Contacts - Digi IX10 User Manual

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a. Use a Philips #0 driver to remove the SIM slot cover.

b. For high-vibration environments, apply a thin layer of dielectric grease to the SIM contacts.

If the IX10 device is used in an environment with high vibration levels, SIM card

contact fretting may cause unexpected SIM card failures. To protect the SIM cards, Digi

strongly recommends that you apply a thin layer of dielectric grease to the SIM contacts

prior to installing the SIM cards. See

instructions.

c. Insert the SIM card(s) into the SIM sockets. Insert the end of each SIM card with the

chamfered corner positioned as indicated. Push the SIM in until it clicks into place.

d. After SIM cards are installed, use a Philips #0 driver to secure the SIM slot cover. Torque

screw to 2 in lbs (225 mN m) maximum.

Apply Dielectric Grease over SIM Contacts

Digi recommends using either ...the Loctite® LB 8423 Dielectric Grease or Synco Lube®

Silicone Dielectric Grease.

a. Use a sheet of paper or cardboard over the area where you intend to work.

b. Use isopropyl alcohol and a cotton-tipped applicator to gently clean the SIM contacts.

Using isopropyl alcohol requires a well vented environment. Demineralized water can also

be used as an alternative.

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Apply Dielectric Grease over SIM Contacts