HP r12000 xr User Manual

A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards 
or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the 
device. 

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To prevent electrostatic damage when setting up the system or handling parts, avoid hand 
contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers. 

Keep electrostatic-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. 

There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when 
handling or installing electrostatic-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 suggested equipment for proper grounding, have a Compaq 
authorized reseller install the part 

For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product installation, contact your 
authorized reseller.