Gigabyte R181-2A0 - Chapter 3 System Hardware Installation

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Pre-installation Instructions
Computer components and electronic circuit boards can be damaged by discharges of static
electricity. Working on computers that are still connected to a power supply can be extremely
dangerous. Follow the simple guidelines below to avoid damage to your computer or injury to
yourself.
• Alwaysdisconnectthecomputer fromthepoweroutlet wheneveryouareworking insidethe
computer case.
• Ifpossible,wearagroundedwriststrapwhenyouareworkinginsidethecomputercase.
Alternatively,dischargeanystaticelectricitybytouchingthebaremetalsystemofthecomputer
case,orthebaremetalbodyofanyothergroundedappliance.
• Holdelectroniccircuit boardsbythe edgesonly. Donottouch the componentson the board
unlessitisnecessarytodoso.Donotexorstressthecircuitboard.
• Leaveallcomponentsinsidethestatic-proofpackaginguntilyouarereadytousethecomponent
for the installation.
Chapter 3 System Hardware Installation