Compaq 3500 - Manual (Page 97)

Maintenance and Travel Guidelines 12-3
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Traveling with the Computer
For safety and convenience when traveling, follow these
guidelines:
■ Safeguard your data before you leave on a trip by making a
backup copy.
■ Take an extra backup copy of the data with you.
■ Remove the diskette from the external diskette drive, and
compact disc or digital video disc from the CD-ROM drive or
DVD drive in the optional Mobile 3500 Expansion Unit.
■ Disconnect the power cord from the computer. Take the power
cord or an extra fully charged battery pack with you.
■ Disconnect external equipment from the computer.
■ Hand-carry the computer in its carrying case or in a briefcase.
Do not check it in with your luggage.
IMPORTANT: There are three types of airport security devices: X-ray
machines (the conveyor belt device you set your bags on),
magnetic detectors (the device you walk through), and security
magnetic wands (the hand-held device used by security
personnel). You can send your computer and diskettes through
airport X-ray machines. However, Compaq recommends that you
do not send your computer and diskettes through airport magnetic
detectors or expose them to security magnetic wands.
■ Check with the airline if you plan to use the computer on the
plane. In-flight computer use is regulated and varies by airline.
Before traveling internationally with the computer, follow these
guidelines:
■ Check local customs regulations for restrictions and
requirements on traveling with a computer.
■ Purchase from a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service
provider a power cord for the country where you will be using
the computer. These power cords are designed to meet the
voltage and frequency requirements of each country.
CAUTION: Do not use the converter kits sold for appliances to
power the computer