Adaptec 48300 - Manual (Page 21)

Introduction ●
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Safety Information
To ensure your personal safety, as well as the safety of your equipment:
● Keep your work area and the computer clean and clear of debris.
● Before opening the system cabinet, unplug the power cord.
Electrostatic Discharge
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is a natural by-product of human activity.
ESD is produced by materials that accumulate and retain electrical
charges which are transferred to people or other objects upon contact.
Caution: ESD can damage electronic components when they are
improperly handled and can result in total or intermittent failures.
Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when removing and
replacing components.
To prevent ESD damage:
● Use an ESD wrist or ankle strap and ensure that it makes skin
contact. Connect the equipment end of the strap to an unpainted
metal surface on the chassis. If a wrist strap is not available, ground
yourself by touching the metal chassis before handling the
HostRAID controller or any other part of the computer.
● Avoid touching the HostRAID controller against your clothing. The
wrist strap protects components from ESD voltages present on the
body only. ESD voltages on clothing can still cause damage.
● Handle your HostRAID controller by its bracket or edges only. Avoid
touching the printed circuit board or the connectors.
● When you need to put your HostRAID controller down, use an
antistatic surface such as the bag supplied in your kit.
● If you plan to return the HostRAID controller to Adaptec, put it
back in its antistatic bag immediately.
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