Dell PowerStore Installation and Service Guide for PowerStore 1000, 1200, 3000, 3200, 5000, 5200, 7000, 9000, and 9200

Electrostatic charge that has accumulated on your body discharges through the circuits. If the air in the work area is very dry, run a humidifier in the work area to help decrease the risk of ESD damage.

Follow these procedures to prevent equipment damage:

• Provide enough room to work on the equipment.
• Clear the work site of any unnecessary materials or materials that naturally build up electrostatic charge, such as foam packaging, foam cups, cellophane wrappers, and similar items.
• Do not remove replacement or upgrade units from their antistatic packaging until you are ready to install them.
• Before you begin service, gather the ESD kit and all other materials you need.
• Once servicing begins, avoid moving away from the work site; otherwise, you may build up an electrostatic charge.
• Use ESD anti-static gloves or an ESD wristband (with strap). If using an ESD wristband with a strap:
  • Attach the clip of the ESD wristband to the ESD bracket or bare metal on a cabinet or rack or enclosure.
  • Wrap the ESD wristband around your wrist with the metal button against your skin.
  • If a tester is available, test the wristband.
• If an emergency arises and the ESD kit is not available, follow the procedures in Emergency Procedures (without an ESD kit).