Kontron KTC5520-EATX - Manual (Page 9)

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Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
Static electricity can harm system boards. Perform service at an ESD workstation and follow proper ESD procedure to
reduce the risk of damage to components. Kontron strongly encourages you to follow proper ESD procedure, which can
include wrist straps and smocks, when servicing equipment.
Take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):
• When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove the component's
antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the component in a computer. Just before unwrapping
the antistatic packaging, be sure you are at an ESD workstation or grounded. This will discharge any static
electricity that may have built up in your body.
• When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging.
• Handle all sensitive components at an ESD workstation. If possible, use antistatic floor pads and workbench
pads.
• Handle components and boards with care. Don't touch the components or contacts on a board. Hold a board by
its edges.
• Do not handle or store system boards near strong electrostatic, electromagnetic, magnetic, or radioactive fields.