Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) due to improper handling of the device's modules and components can cause irreversible damage to the equipment. Therefore, adhere to the following guidelines for preventing ESD:

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When handling modules, always wear a grounded ESD wrist strap or ankle strap at a grounded work area to prevent ESD. Connect the equipment end of the strap to the chassis' ground lug.

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To prevent static electrical damage to the module, do not touch the electrical components of the module. Instead, hold the module only on the edges where no electrical components are located.

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Make sure that the modules are securely installed in the chassis.

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To attach an ESD wrist strap to the chassis:

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Attach the ESD wrist strap to your body (typically, the wrist) so that it is in direct contact with your skin.

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Attach the other end of the wrist strap (e.g., an alligator clip) to the grounding lug located on the rear panel of the chassis. To attach a grounding lug, see Grounding and Surge Protection.