An IT technician is preparing to install a heavy 4U storage expansion chassis into a server rack cabinet and upgrade its internal RAM modules before commissioning the server. Which of the following safety precautions should the technician implement to ensure personal safety and prevent hardware damage? (Select TWO.)
- Utilize a mechanical equipment lift or team lifting procedure when raising the storage chassis into the rack cabinet.Answer
- Attach an ESD wrist strap to an unpainted metal portion of the grounded equipment rack frame while handling internal memory modules.Answer
- CConnect the anti-static wrist strap grounding clip directly to an active AC power line conductor to maintain maximum grounding path continuity.
- DInstall the heavy storage chassis at the topmost position in an empty rack cabinet to maximize airflow around the bottom intake vents.
Answer
The technician should utilize a mechanical lift or team lifting procedure to safely manage the heavy chassis weight, and attach an ESD wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of the grounded rack frame when handling internal memory components.
Using a mechanical lift or team lifting process prevents bodily strain and dropped equipment when mounting heavy rack-mount enclosures. Attaching an anti-static wrist strap to unpainted metal on a grounded rack safely dissipates static charges without exposing technicians to hazardous voltages.
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Rack Installation Ergonomics and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Control