Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Figure 8
ESD ground
strap
In addition, follow these guidelines when handling modules:
Handle modules by the metal carrier or edges only; avoid touching the printed circuit boards or
•
connectors.
Place a removed module component board-side-up on a properly grounded antistatic surface or in a
•
antistatic bag. If you plan to return the module to the factory, immediately place it in an antistatic
bag.
•
Never attempt to remove the printed circuit board from the metal carrier.
For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap. The measurement should be
Caution
between 1 and 10 megohm (Mohm).
Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series ASA Services Module Installation Note
20
Attaching the ESD Wrist Strap Clip to the System Ground Lug Screw
Clip
Screw
Slide clip
behind screw
Clip installed
behind screw
WS-X6 K-SUP 2-2GE
CONSOL E
PORT
MODE
CONSOL E
SUPER VISOR 2
PCMCIA
OSM-4OC 12 POS-SI
4 PORT OC-12 POS
SM IR
OSM-4OC 12 POS-SI
4 PORT OC-12 POS
SM IR
Grounding lug
Side view of
grounding lug
System ground
connector
Switch
Load
100%
PORT 1
PORT 2
EJECT
1%
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