
Overview
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and Other Precautions
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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and Other
Precautions
Tape drives contain very sensitive electrical components. It is important
to follow the proper procedures to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD),
which could result in damage to the product. Failure to take proper
precautions could lead to intermittent failures or premature hard
failures.
Use the following general precautions when handling tape
drives:
• Use a properly installed anti-static mat on your work surface.
• Use properly fitted wrist-grounding straps.
• Be careful not to touch any PC board components.
• If installing the tape drive, always leave it in its anti-static bag until
you are ready to install it.
• Place the tape drive on a properly grounded anti-static work surface
when it is out of its protective anti-static bag.
• Do not use the bag as a substitute for the work surface anti-static
mat. The outside of the bag may not have the same anti-static
properties as the inside.
• When removing or replacing the tape drive, never rest it on its front
bezel (the side containing the drive door where tapes are inserted).
• Do not place hands or foreign objects inside the tape drive’s door or
drive bay, or touch internal components. Skin oils will damage the
recording heads.
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