Gateway DX4320 Hardware Installation Guide - Page 8
Preventing static electricity discharge - parts
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Chapter 1: Preparing for Installation Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside your computer are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Warning ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge sensitive components in your computer. Follow the ESD guidelines every time you open your computer case to prevent ESD damage. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. Before opening your computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer power. ■ Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your computer. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the back of your computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and modem cable. Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. ■ Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. ■ Always hold expansion cards by their edges or their metal mounting brackets. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the cards. Never slide expansion cards or components over any surface. 4 www.gateway.com