Case Access; Preventing Static Electricity Discharge - Gateway 910 Series System Manual

Case Access

Preventing static electricity discharge

Before opening the server case, follow these precautions to prevent damage
from static electricity, also called electrostatic discharge (ESD). When opening
your server case, always perform the following procedure.
Caution
To prevent damage from static electricity discharge:
1
Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores).
2
Turn off the server power.
3
Discharge any static electricity harmlessly by touch a bare metal surface,
such as the back of the server.
4
Unplug all power cords from AC outlets and disconnect the modem cable
(if installed).
Warning
Static electricity can permanently damage electronic
components in your server. Prevent electrostatic damage
to your server by following static electricity precautions
every time you open your server case.
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not insert any object
into the vent holes of the power supply.
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