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CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide

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Figure 1-13 Checking for hot cooling fins

Disconnect a computer from its electrical source before you work on it, if

possible. In the rare event where you need to work on a live system, take

caution. Provide electrical fire safety equipment in rooms or locations that

have a fire risk, such as server rooms. All those electronics and all that juice

make a dangerous combination in those rare circumstances in which bad

things happen. Keep properly rated (Class C) fire extinguishers handy.

EXAM TIP When you build out a computer space, such as a server closet

(the room that has a lot of important computers in it), use standard carpentry

safety techniques. Wear an air filter mask when cutting drywall, for example.

Wear safety goggles when using power tools.

Finally, remove any jewelry or loose-hanging clothing before working on

a computer. If you have long hair, you might consider tying it back in a

ponytail. You don’t want anything getting caught in a fan or stuck on a

component. This can save you and your components a lot of pain.

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