Gateway E3400 - Manual (Page 25)

18 Case Access
Follow these precautions to avoid electrostatic damage to your system
components:
■ Avoid static-causing surfaces such as plastic and packing foam in your
work area.
■ Remove the parts from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to
use them. Do not lay parts on the outside of antistatic bags since only
the inside of the bags provides antistatic protection.
■ Always hold cards by their edges and their metal mounting brackets.
Avoid touching components on the cards and the edge connectors that
connect to expansion slots.
■ Never slide cards or other parts over any surface.
Warning Avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and
moving parts by turning off your computer. Unplug the
power cord and modem cord before removing the
computer cover.
05957.book Page 18 Monday, May 8, 2000 10:09 AM