never be placed on top of the ESD bag because only the inside of the bag is shielded. Always place parts in your hand, on the ESD mat,
in the system, or inside an anti-static bag.
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Transporting Sensitive Components
– When transporting ESD sensitive components such as replacement parts or parts to be
returned to Dell, it is critical to place these parts in anti-static bags for safe transport.
ESD protection summary
It is recommended that all field service technicians use the traditional wired ESD grounding wrist strap and protective anti-static mat at all
times when servicing Dell products. In addition, it is critical that technicians keep sensitive parts separate from all insulator parts while
performing service and that they use anti-static bags for transporting sensitive components.
Transporting sensitive components
When transporting ESD sensitive components such as replacement parts or parts to be returned to Dell, it is critical to place these parts in
anti-static bags for safe transport.
Before working inside your computer
1
Ensure that your work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.
2
Turn off your computer.
3
If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it.
4
Disconnect all network cables from the computer (if available).
CAUTION:
If your computer has an RJ45 port, disconnect the network cable by first unplugging the cable from your
computer.
5
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
6
Open the display.
7
Press and hold the power button for few seconds, to ground the system board.
CAUTION:
To guard against electrical shock unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before performing Step # 8.
CAUTION:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an
unpainted metal surface at the same time as touching a connector on the back of the computer.
8
Remove any installed ExpressCards or Smart Cards from the appropriate slots.
After working inside your computer
After you complete any replacement procedure, ensure that you connect external devices, cards, and cables before turning on your
computer.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do not use batteries
designed for other Dell computers.
1
Connect any external devices, such as a port replicator or media base, and replace any cards, such as an ExpressCard.
2
Connect any telephone or network cables to your computer.
CAUTION:
To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the
computer.
3
Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets.
4
Turn on your computer.
Working on your computer
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