Transportation precautions – Asus D1T User Manual

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Transportation Precautions

To prepare the Portable Desktop PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external
peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors
. The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power
is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not
transport the Portable Desktop PC while the power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that it
is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel.

Remove Floppy Disks

Whether you have an internal or external 1.44MB floppy disk drive, make sure it does not contain a
diskette when transporting the floppy disk drive. When a diskette is inserted into the floppy disk drive,
the eject button protrudes out. If you attempt to transport the floppy disk drive with a diskette in the
drive, you risk damaging the eject button and also risk scratching the surface of the diskette when the
floppy disk drive is jolted.

Cover Your Portable Desktop PC

Use a carrying case such as the one supplied with your Portable Desktop PC to protect it from dirt,
water, shock, and scratches.

Safety Statements

Charge Your Batteries

If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your optional battery bank before going on
long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery bank as long as it is plugged into the
computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery bank when
the Portable Desktop PC is in use.

Airplane Precautions

Contact your airline if you want to use the Portable Desktop PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have
restrictions for using electronic devices. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not
during takeoffs and landings.

CAUTION! There are three main types of airport security devices: X-ray machines
(used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on people walking
through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or
individual items). You can send your Portable Desktop PC and diskettes through airport
X-ray machines. However, it is recommended that you do not send your Portable
Desktop PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to
magnetic wands.

NOTE: The surface glaze is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Be careful not to rub
or scrap the Portable Desktop PC surfaces when transporting your Portable Desktop
PC.

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