Handling static-sensitive devices
Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer
components.
When you are replacing a part, do not open the anti-static package containing the
new part until the defective part has been removed from the computer and you are
ready to install the new part.
When you handle parts and other computer components, take these precautions
to avoid static electricity damage:
• Limityourmovement.Movementcancausestaticelectricitytobuilduparound
you.
• Alwayshandlepartsandothercomputercomponentscarefully.Handle
adapters, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by the
edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry.
• Preventothersfromtouchingthepartsandothercomputercomponents.
• Beforeyoureplaceanewpart,touchtheanti-staticpackagecontainingthe
part to a metal expansion slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on
the computer for at least two seconds. This reduces static electricity in the
package and your body.
• Whenpossible,removethenewpartfromtheanti-staticpackagingandinstall
it directly in the computer without setting the part down. When this is not
possible, place the anti-static package that the part came in on a smooth, level
surface and place the part on it.
• Donotplacethepartonthecomputercoverorothermetalsurface.
4.1 Locations
This section provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls
and components of the computer. To remove the computer cover, refer to
“Removing the computer cover”.
4.1.1 Locating components and connectors
The following illustrations will help you to locate the various components and
connectors in your computer.
