Acnodes RACKMOUNT SYSTEM RMC 7189 - Manual (Page 32)

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RMC 7189
1U Rackmount System
This chapter covers the steps required to install processors and heatsinks to the RMC7189 serverboard,
connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections
are described and a layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter. Remember to close
the chas- sis completely when you have finished working on the serverboard to protect and cool the
system sufficiently.
5-1 Handling the Motherboard
Static electrical discharge can damage electronic components. To prevent damage to printed circuit
boards, it is important to handle them very carefully (see Chapter 4). Also note that the size and weight of
the serverboard can cause it to bend if handled improperly, which may result in damage. To prevent the
serverboard from bending, keep one hand under the center of the board to support it when handling.
The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from static discharge.
Precautions
o Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).
o Touch a grounded metal object before removing any board from its antistatic bag.
o Handle a board by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral chips, memory modules or
gold contacts.
o When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.
o Put the motherboard, add-on cards and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not in use.
o For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides excellent conductivity between
the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and the motherboard.
CHAPTER 5
ADVANCED SERVERBOARD SETUP