4–2 Hardware Reference Guide
Electrostatic Discharge
Grounding Methods
There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the
following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive
parts:
■ Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded
workstation or computer chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps
with a minimum of 1 Megaohm +/- 10 percent resistance in the
ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug
against the skin.
■ Use heelstraps, toestraps, or bootstraps at standing workstations.
Wear the straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors
or dissipating floor mats.
■ Use conductive field service tools.
■ Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating
work mat.
If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper
grounding, contact your HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service
provider.
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For more information on static electricity, contact your HP authorized
dealer, reseller, or service provider.
