Apple 190 series manual Traveling with the Macintosh PowerBook, Airplanes and airports

Traveling with the Macintosh PowerBook

IMPORTANT Always bring either the Disk Tools disk than came with your PowerBook or a set of system software disks that you made with the Floppy Disk Maker program with you when you travel. If you experience any system software problems while traveling, you will need these disks to correct any problem.

Airplanes and airports

Some airlines have reported that use of portable electronic devices may have interfered with the aircraft’s flight navigation or communications systems. Many airlines restrict or manage the use of electronic equipment during flights. Please respect the regulations of the airlines.

A properly tuned X-ray machine should cause no damage to your PowerBook. But the motors that drive the belts on some security machines have magnets that can damage your information. To avoid problems, place the PowerBook close to the entrance of the machine and remove it as soon as possible. At most airports you can also have the PowerBook hand-inspected by security personnel.

Metal detectors should not damage the PowerBook.

Security officials may require you to turn the PowerBook on. Make sure you have a charged battery on hand.

Handling the Macintosh PowerBook

The safety instructions earlier in this appendix also apply when you are traveling. In addition, note these precautions:

mDo not transport your PowerBook while it is turned on. Put your computer to sleep or shut it down before you move it.

mTransport batteries either inside the computer or with the protective cap covering the battery contacts. Do not transport unprotected batteries.

mBe sure your batteries are fully charged if you are taking the computer places where you cannot plug it in.

mDo not check your computer as baggage. Carry it with you.

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