Gateway ALR 8300 Manual De Usuario

2          Maintaining and Troubleshooting the Gateway ALR 8300 Server

Static electricity can permanently damage electronic components in your 
computer. When opening your computer case, always perform the 
following procedure:

Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores).

Turn off the system power.

Touch the back of the power supply fan, located on the back of the 
case, to discharge any static electricity.

Unplug all power cords from AC outlets.

Remove the computer case cover.

Follow these precautions to avoid electrostatic damage to your system 
components:

•

Avoid static-causing surfaces such as plastic and styrofoam in your 
work area.

•

Remove the parts from their antistatic bags only when you are 
ready to use them. Do not lay parts on the outside of antistatic bags 
since only the inside of the bag provides antistatic protection.

•

Always hold cards by their edges and their metal mounting bracket. 
Avoid touching components on the cards and the edge connectors 
that connect to expansion slots.

•

Never slide cards or other parts over any surface.

 Caution!

Prevent electrostatic 
damage to your system by 
following static electricity 
precautions every time you 
open your computer case.

 Warning!

To avoid exposure to 
dangerous electrical 
voltages and moving parts, 
turn off your computer and 
unplug the power cord 
before removing the system 
cover.

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