HP Integrity rx8620 FC2143 and FC2243 4Gb PCI-X 2.0 Host Bus Adapters for Linu - Page 28

To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions: • Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers. • Keep static-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free workstations. • Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers. • Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry. • Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly (see "Grounding methods" on page 28). Grounding methods There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing static-sensitive parts: • Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm (±10 percent) resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug against the skin. • Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats. • Use conductive field service tools. • Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat. If you do not have any of the recommended equipment for proper grounding, have an HP-authorized reseller install the part. NOTE: For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product installation, contact your HP-authorized reseller. 28 Regulatory compliance and safety