Gateway E1400 - Manual (Page 24)

Static electricity precautions 17
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Case Access
Static electricity precautions
Static electricity can permanently damage electronic components in your
computer. When opening your computer case, always perform the following
procedure.
To avoid static electricity discharge:
1 Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores).
2 Turn off the computer power.
3 Discharge any static electricity by touching a bare metal surface on the
back of the case.
4 Unplug all power cords from AC outlets and disconnect the modem cable
(if installed).
Caution Prevent electrostatic damage to your computer by
following static electricity precautions every time you open
your computer case.
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