Safe ty Instr uc tions 13Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargeStatic electricity can harm delicate components inside your computer. Toprevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body before youtouch any of your computer’s electronic components, such as themicroprocessor. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on thecomputer chassis.As you continue to work inside the computer, periodically touch an unpaintedmetal surface to remove any static charge your body may have accumulated.You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostaticdischarge (ESD):• Do not remove components from their antistatic packing material untilyou are ready to install the component in your computer. Just beforeunwrapping the antistatic packaging, discharge static electricity fromyour body.• When transporting an electrostatic sensitive component, first place it inan antistatic container or packaging.• Handle all electrostatic sensitive components in a static-safe area. Ifpossible, use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads.The following notice may appear throughout this document to remind you ofthese precautions:NOTICE: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safetyinstructions at the front of this guide.Ergonomic Computing HabitsCAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use may result in injury.CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of timemay result in eye strain.Safety Instructions(continued)
