Appendix E Electrostatic Discharge; Preventing Electrostatic Damage - Compaq 141536-002 - Deskpro EN - MT RAMBUS Hardware Reference Manual

Preventing Electrostatic Damage

appendix E
E
LECTROSTATIC
A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may
damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of
damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device.
To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions:
Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-


safe containers.
Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they


arrive at static-free workstations.
Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their


containers.
Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.


Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive


component or assembly.
D
ISCHARGE
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