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Traveling With Your Computer: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide
Identifying Your Computer
l Attach a nametag or business card to the computer, or, use a permanent marker or stencil to write a unique identifying mark (such as your
driver's license number) on the computer. If a lost or stolen computer is recovered, such marking identifies the computer as your property.
l Write down your service tag sequence and store it in a safe place separate from the computer or carrying case. If the computer is lost or
stolen, use the service tag sequence when reporting to law enforcement officials and to Dell.
l Use a text editor (such as Microsoft ® Windows® Notepad) to create a file on the Windows desktop called if_found. Place information such
as your name, address, and telephone number in this file.
l Contact your credit card company, and ask if it offers coded identification tags that allow your property to be returned to you without revealing
your name, address, or telephone number.
Packing the Computer
l Remove any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place. Remove any cables attached to installed PC Cards
(you do not have to remove the PC Cards themselves).
l To make the computer as light as possible, remove all drive modules from the modular bay, and install the travel module.
l To maximize battery operating time, fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries you plan to carry with you.
l Turn off the computer or put the computer into hibernate mode .
l Disconnect the AC adapter.
NOTICE: When the display is closed, extraneous items on the keyboard could damage the display.
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Remove any extraneous items, such as paper clips, pens, and paper, from the keyboard and then close the display.
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Use the optional Dell carrying case.
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Avoid packing the computer with items such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food.
l Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from hazards such as extreme temperatures and overexposure to sunlight, dirt, dust,
or liquids.
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Pack the computer so that it does not slide around in the trunk of your car or in an overhead storage compartment.
NOTICE: Do not check the computer as baggage.
Travel Tips
NOTICE: Do not use the CD, DVD, or CD-RW drive while the computer is in motion. Doing so could interrupt the flow of data to and
from the CD, DVD, or CD-RW drive and the hard drive or floppy drive.
l Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time.
l If you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership —or of your right to use the computer if it is company-owned—to speed your
passage through customs. Investigate the customs regulations of the countries you plan to visit and consider acquiring an international carnet
(also known as a merchandise passport) from your government if you travel through many different countries. A carnet is an international
customs document that facilitates temporary imports into foreign countries.
l Make sure that you know which electrical outlets are used in the countries you will visit, and have appropriate power adapters.
l Check with your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel assistance they offer to mobile
workstationcomputer users. Many companies provide services to help you solve problems, such as quickly locating floppy disks or providing
Identifying Your Computer Traveling by Air
Packing the Computer If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
Travel Tips