Ciprico Media Vault 4400 User Manual

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Safety
MediaVault 4440 User Manual
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Protecting Equipment and Data
Backing Up Data
Creating or deleting disk arrays destroys existing data on the drives. 
Always back up the data on the drives and save it to a server or hard-drive 
before attaching the drives to the controller. 
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Static electricity can destroy sensitive electronic components inside a 
computer. Follow these procedures to prevent damage due to ESD:
• When unpacking a static-sensitive component from the shipping carton, 
do not remove the component from the anti-static bag until you are 
ready to install the component. Before you unwrap the anti-static 
packaging, touch an unpainted metal surface to discharge static 
electricity from your body.
• When transporting a static-sensitive component, place it in an anti-static 
container or packaging
• Before touching any computer part, discharge any static charge your 
might have accumulated. Wear an ESD strap, stand on an ESD mat, or 
periodically touch an unpainted metal surface, such as the card-slot 
openings of the computer chassis.
• When the computer case is open and internal components are exposed, 
do not touch any internal part unnecessarily.
• Do not remove the MV 4440 from its protective bag until you are 
properly grounded.
• Handle the MV 4440 by its edges.
• Do not touch any pin, connector, lead or component on the MV 4440.