Installing Options 5-3
Before removing the system unit cover, turn off
the power and unplug the system power cable. Power is removed only
when the power cable is unplugged.
Static electricity and improper installation procedures can damage
computer components. Protect computer components by following these
safety instructions.
Electrostatic discharge can damage computer
components. Discharge static electricity by touching a metal object before
removing the system unit cover.
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Avoid carpets in cool, dry areas. Leave boards and chips in their anti-
static packaging until they're ready to be installed.
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Dissipate static electricity before handling any system components
(boards, chips, and so on) by touching a grounded metal object, such
as the system's unpainted metal chassis.
If possible, use anti-static devices, such as wrist straps and floor mats.
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Always hold a chip or board by its edges. Avoid touching the
components on the chip or board.
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Take care when connecting or disconnecting cables. A damaged cable
can cause a short in the electrical circuit.
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When installing a cable, route the cable so it is not pinched by other
components and is out of the path of the system unit cover.
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Prevent damage to the connectors by aligning connector pins before
you connect the cable.
Misaligned connector pins can cause damage to system components at
power-on.
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When disconnecting a cable, always pull on the cable connector or
strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself.