HP m1297a, m1299a, m1297c, m1288a Safety Information, AC Power Safety Warnings, Safety and Comfort

Safety Information

Before you get started, please read this important safety information about your HP Media Center PC.

This product has not been evaluated for connection to an “IT” power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to earth, according to IEC 60950).

AC Power Safety Warnings

The power supply is pre-set for the country/region in which you purchased the PC. If you move to another

wcountry/region, please make sure you check its voltage requirements before plugging your PC into an AC power outlet.

Your system is provided with a voltage select switch for use in a 115-VAC or 230-VAC power system. The voltage select switch has been pre-set to the correct voltage setting for use in the particular country/region where it was initially sold. Changing

A warning describes information you need to avoid possible personal injury

or damage to equipment or data.

Read and follow all warnings.

Install the computer near an AC outlet. The AC power cord is your PC’s main AC disconnecting device and must be easily accessible at all times. For your safety, the power cord provided with your system has a grounded plug. Always use the power cord with a properly grounded wall outlet to avoid the risk of electrical shock.

To reduce the possibility of an electric shock from the telephone network, plug your computer into the AC outlet before connecting it to the telephone line.

Also, disconnect the telephone line before unplugging your computer from the AC power outlet.

the voltage select switch to the incorrect position can damage your PC and void any implied warranty.

Always disconnect the modem cord from the telephone system before installing or removing your computer cover.

Do not operate the computer with the cover removed.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, add-in cards, and other components. If an ESD station is not available, wear a wrist strap attached to a metal part of the computer. Place cards on a conductive foam pad or inside the card wrapper, if possible, but never on the card wrapper.

Safety and Comfort

Follow the steps in the setup poster to set up the computer.

After assembling, but before using the computer, make sure the computer and your work area are properly set up to maintain your comfort and productivity. See the “Safety & Comfort Guide” for

important ergonomic information. Just click Start, choose All Programs, PC Help & Tools, and then click Safety & Comfort Guide.

You can find important ergonomic information on the Internet. Just type http://www.hp.com/ergo into your Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the keyboard.

2 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide