Dell Latitude Xpi CD - Manual (Page 6)

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P
rotecting Against Electrostatic
Discharge
Static electricity can harm electronic components inside
your computer. To prevent static damage, discharge static
electricity from your body before you touch any of your
computer’s electronic components, such as a memory
module. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal
surface on the computer’s I/O panel.
As you continue to work inside the computer, periodi-
cally touch an I/O connector to remove any static charge
your body may have accumulated.
In addition to the preceding precautions, you can also
take the following steps to prevent damage from electro-
static discharge (ESD):
• When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its
shipping carton, do not remove the component from
the antistatic packing material until you are ready to
install the component. Just before unwrapping the
antistatic packaging, be sure to discharge static elec-
tricity from your body.
• When transporting a sensitive component, first place
it in an antistatic container or packaging.
• Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area.
If possible, use antistatic floor pads and workbench
pads.
The following caution may appear throughout this docu-
ment to remind you of these precautions:
CAUTION: See “Protecting Against Electrostatic
Discharge” in the safety instructions at the front of
this guide.