Grounding Methods to Protect the System from ESD
Perform the following precautions when preparing to work on a computer:
Use anti-static mats, wrist or heel straps, and other anti-static materials.
Avoid touching connector pins, leads, and PCB circuitry.
Turn off power to the computer before removing and inserting connectors or test
equipment.
Use tools and other equipment that are conductive.
Recommended Tools and Equipment
The following equipment is necessary to disassemble and assemble the computer:
Toshiba #1/#2 reversible magnetic screwdriver
Small, flat-bladed screw driver
Needle-nose pliers
ESD mats for the working area floor and table
An ESD wrist strap or heel grounder
Anti-static carpeting or flooring
Air ionizers in highly static-sensitive areas
Protective gloves
Panels and Bezels
This section covers the removal and replacement of the computer's side panels and front and
rear bezels.
NOTE: The following procedures assume that when you remove and replace
panels and bezels, you are viewing the computer from the rear.
Removing the Right-Side Panel
To remove the computer's right-side panel, perform the following procedure and refer to
Figure 4-8.
1. Turn off power to the computer, then disconnect the power cord and all external
cables connected to the computer.
2. Slide the release latch on the rear bezel to the left.
3. Slide the panel toward you until it is free of the chassis.
4. Lift the panel away from the chassis.
5. Remove the panel skirt by pulling on the skirt until it is free of the panel.
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