DELL 2124 User Manual

Safety Instr uctions

9

When Working Inside Your System

Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

Static electricity can harm delicate components inside your system. To prevent static 
damage, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of the electronic 
components, such as the microprocessor. You can do so by periodically touching an 
unpainted metal surface on the chassis.
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 from the antistatic packing material until you are ready to 

install the component in your system. Just before unwrapping the antistatic 

packaging, be sure to discharge static electricity from your body.

• When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or 

packaging.

• Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor 

pads and workbench pads and an antistatic grounding strap.

NOTE: Your system may also include circuit cards or other components that contain 
batteries. These batteries must also be disposed of in a battery deposit site. For 
information about such batteries, refer to the documentation for the specific card or 
component. 

 

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