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When Using Your Computer (continued)

4 Ground yourself by touching any unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.

While you work, periodically touch the unpainted metal surface to dissipate any static

electricity that might harm internal components.

Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

Static electricity can harm electronic components inside your computer. To prevent static

damage, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer’s

electronic components, such as a memory module. You can do so by touching any unpainted

metal surface on the back of the computer.

As you continue to work inside the computer, periodically touch any unpainted metal surface

on the back of the computer to remove any static charge your body may have accumulated.

You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):

• When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove

the component from the antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the

component. Just before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure to discharge static

electricity from your body.

• When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or

packaging.

• Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads

and workbench pads.

Battery Disposal

Your computer uses a lithium-ion battery. For instructions about replacing the lithium-ion

battery in your computer, see "Removing a Battery" later in this document and "Using a

Battery" in your online User’s Guide.

Do not dispose of the battery along with household waste. Contact your local waste disposal

agency for the address of the nearest battery deposit site.

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