Magma PCI Expansion System User Manual

In addition, take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate: 

♦  To help avoid possible damage to systems boards, wait five 

seconds after turning off the computer before removing a 
component, removing a system board, or disconnecting a 
peripheral device from the computer.  

♦  When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its 

strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. Some cables have a 
connector with locking tabs. If you are disconnecting this type 
of cable, press in on the locking tabs before disconnecting the 
cable.  As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned 
to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before connecting a 
cable, make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and 
aligned.  

 

Do not attempt to service the system yourself except as explained in 
this manual. Follow installation instructions closely.  

 

 

 

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is the enemy of semiconductor 
devices. You should always take precautions to eliminate any 
electrostatic charge from your body and clothing before touching any 
semiconductor device or card by using an electrostatic wrist strap 
and/or rubber mat. 

 

 

Static electricity can harm system boards. Perform service at an ESD 
workstation and follow proper ESD procedures to reduce the risk of 
damage to components. Mobility strongly encourages you to follow 
proper ESD procedures, which can include wrist straps and smocks, 
when servicing equipment.   

You can also 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 anti-static packaging 
material until you are ready to install the component in a 
computer. Just before unwrapping the anti-static packaging, be 
sure you are at an ESD workstation or are grounded.  

♦  When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an 

anti-static container or packaging.