Sunday, 16 March 2014

Hardware maintenance tips.


6 Hardware maintenance tips.

Some simple ideas that will help keep your hardware alive and healthy.
  • Shutdown, then power off the system before changing any part or plug (exceptions: serial port devices and ethernet interfaces)
  • Use anti-static mat and/or wrist strap
  • Be firm but gentle when seating boards, chips, connectors, etc.
  • Keep it clean, especially air filters & ventilation paths
  • Leave it powered up all the time (exception: video display)
  • Don't drink anything around your machinery
  • Put a power surge suppressor on the power line
  • Avoid vibrations and shocks (e.g., avoid stacking components)
 

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