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Preventing ESD Damage

Preventing ESD Damage

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage occurs when electronic cards or components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent failures.

Always use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and ensure that it makes good skin contact. Connect the strap to one of the following:
Caution
Periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap. The measurement should be between 1 and 10 megohms (Mohms).

Figure C-1: ESD Wrist Strap Connector Location (Catalyst 2926G Series Switch Shown)



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