NEC VXi manual System Care, Precautions, Getting Started

System Care

The NEC Versa VXi is a durable, dependable system built for extensive use and travel. Follow these guidelines to maintain the condition, performance and safety of your computer. Please read these safety instructions carefully and keep this user’s guide for reference.

Immediately turn off and unplug the NEC Versa VXi under the following conditions:

!The power cord is damaged or frayed.

!Liquid spills on or into the NEC Versa VXi.

!System is dropped or casing is damaged.

Precautions

Follow these precautions when using your NEC Versa VXi and AC adapter. Always follow all cautions and warnings.

!Avoid dropping or bumping the computer or the AC adapter.

!Do not stack heavy objects on the computer, the AC adapter, or the battery packs.

!Do not place items near the NEC Versa VXi that could block air vents and cause overheating.

!Use the NEC Versa VXi on a level surface and avoid moving the NEC Versa VXi during system operation, especially while the hard disk, diskette drive, CD-ROM drive, or DVD-ROM drive is being accessed.

!When using the AC adapter, make sure the power source falls within the system’s compatible range of 100–240 volts AC. Never use the AC adapter if the voltage falls outside of this range. (Watch for this when traveling to other countries.)

!Turn computer power off before attaching or removing non-plug and play devices.

!Disconnect the notebook from the electrical outlet if it is not going to be used for a long time. This will avoid damage by transient over-voltage.

!Do not attempt to disassemble the computer. For safety the computer should be disassembled only by a qualified service person.

!Do not push any foreign objects into the NEC Versa VXi bays, connectors, and slots.

!Avoid using the computer or AC adapter for extended periods in direct sunlight.

!Do not use the system in extremely humid or dusty environments.

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