Handling Static-Sensitive Devices; Installing A Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive - IBM System x3755 Types 7163 Installation Manual

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention:
To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages
until you are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of damage from electrostatic discharge, observe the
following precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
v The use of a grounding system is recommended. For example, wear an
v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry.
v Do not leave the device where others can handle and damage it.
v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted
v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into the server without
v Take additional care when you handle devices during cold weather. Heating

Installing a hot-swap hard disk drive

Important: Before you install optional hardware devices, make sure that the
server is working correctly. Start the server, and make sure that the operating
system starts, if an operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is
displayed, indicating that an operating system was not found but the server is
otherwise working correctly. If the server is not working correctly, see Chapter 6,
"Solving problems," on page 37 for diagnostic information.
The following illustration shows how to install a hot-swap hard disk drive.
Static electricity can damage the server and other electronic devices.
you.
electrostatic-discharge wrist strap, if one is available. Always use an
electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when you work
inside the server with the power on.
metal part on the outside of the server for at least 2 seconds. This drains static
electricity from the package and from your body.
setting down the device. If it is necessary to set down the device, put it back into
its static-protective package. Do not place the device on the server cover or on a
metal surface.
reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.
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