Sony VGP-UHDP04 - Manual (Page 16)

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Precautions
Usage and storage
locations
Do not use or store this hard disk drive in
locations subject to high humidity, high
temperatures, strong vibrations, or direct
sunlight.
Operation
• Do not move the hard disk drive during
operation. This prevents the possibility
of malfunctions.
• Place the hard disk drive on a flat, stable
surface for operation.
• Do not place any objects on top of the
hard disk drive.
• Protect the hard disk drive from sudden
temperature changes. Do not use the
hard disk drive immediately after
moving it from a cold to a warm
location or after the ambient
temperature has risen drastically.
Otherwise, condensation inside the hard
disk drive can occur. If the temperature
changes drastically during operation,
stop using the hard disk drive while
keeping power to the hard disk drive
turned on and let it stand for about an
hour, then turn the power off.
• Do not use the hard disk drive during
periods of possible lightning strikes.
Lightning can cause electric shock or
damage the hard disk drive. To avoid
fire, electric shock or damage to the
product during periods of possible
lightning strikes, disconnect the hard
disk drive from the computer and
unplug the hard disk drive from the
power source. Furthermore, if you hear
thunder, do not touch the hard disk
drive or the computer.
• Do not damage the cables.
Cable damage can result in fire or
electric shock.
– When installing the product, do not
place cables between the wall and a
rack or shelf, where they could
become pinched.
– Do not damage or modify the cables
in any way.
– Do not place any heavy objects on the
cables, and avoid bending or pulling
the cables unnecessarily.
– Do not place the hard disk drive near
a heater or allow it to become hot.
– Always grasp the plug when
removing cables.
• Do not touch the hard disk drive for long
periods when the hard disk drive is on.
• Do not use the hard disk drive placed on
cloth or a mattress.
• Use the USB cables specified.
• Do not block the air vent.
Blocking the air vent can cause heat to
build up inside the hard disk drive,
resulting in damage or fire. To ensure
that the hard disk drive is well
ventilated, note the following points:
– Place the hard disk drive at least 10
cm from any walls.
– Do not place the hard disk drive in a
closed or narrow space.
– Do not place the hard disk drive on
carpet, rugs, mattresses or cloth.
– Do not wrap the hard disk drive in
cloth.
– Do not use the hard disk drive turned
over or upside down.
• Do not stand or place any heavy objects
on the product.