Compaq 3000 Series - Manual (Page 24)

2–2 Regulatory and Safety Notices
Electrostatic Discharge
■ Before touching an electronic component, discharge static
electricity by using one of the grounding methods described
later in this chapter. If you must leave the area during the
procedure, remember to reground yourself before resuming
the procedure.
■ Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. Handle electronic
components as little as possible.
■ If you remove a component, place it in an electrostatic-safe
container.
Grounding Methods
If removal or installation instructions direct you to unplug the
notebook, unplug it after being properly grounded and before
removing a cover. Use one or both of the following grounding
methods:
■ Touch an exterior unpainted metal surface of a device that is
connected to an electrical outlet by a grounding plug.
■ Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to the notebook
chassis. Wrist straps are flexible grounding straps with
a minimum of one megohm ±10 percent resistance in the
ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap
snugly against the skin.
If you need more information about static electricity or assistance
with component removal or installation, refer to the printed
Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included in English only
with the notebook to contact a Compaq authorized dealer,
reseller, or service provider.
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