Travel tips – Dell Inspiron 3700 User Manual

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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.

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If you are carrying a second hard-disk drive separately, protect the drive from exposure to static electricity by placing the drive in an antistatic
bag or wrapping it in a nonconductive fabric.

Travel Tips

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Consider changing the settings of your power management options to maximize battery life if you will be using battery power for extended
periods.

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If you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership to speed your passage through customs. If the computer is provided by your
employer, carry documentation of your right to use the computer. Investigate the customs regulations of the countries you plan to visit, and
consider acquiring an international

carnet

from your government if you travel through many different countries.

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Power interruptions can occur frequently in some countries. Always have a charged battery available if traveling abroad.

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Credit card holders should check with their credit card companies for information about the kinds of emergency travel assistance they offer
to users of portable computers. Many companies provide services that help you solve problems, such as quickly locating 3.5-inch diskettes
or providing a direct-dial telephone line for your modem connection.

 Carnet

A carnet is an international customs document (also known as a merchandise passport) that facilitates temporary imports into foreign countries
and is valid for up to 1 year.

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NOTICE: Do not use the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or LS-120 drive while the computer is in motion. Doing so could interrupt the flow of
data to and from the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or LS-120 drive and the hard-disk drive or diskette drive.

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