Handling and Maintenance
Operation Environment
zPlace the computer on a flat stable surface. Do not place the computer upright or turn it over. If the computer is exposed to an extremely strong impact, it may become damaged.
z Temperature: | Operation | : <Model without HDD heater> 0 °C to 50 °C {32 °F to 122 °F} |
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| <Model with HDD heater> |
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Humidity: | Operation | : 30% to 80% RH (No condensation) |
| Storage | : 30% to 90% RH (No condensation) |
Even within the above temperature/humidity ranges, using for a long time in an extreme environment will result in the product deterioration and will shorten the product life.
*1 Do not expose the skin to this product when using the product in a hot or cold environment. (Î page 8)
If the computer is wet in temperatures of 0 °C {32 °F} or below, freeze damage may occur. Make sure to dry off the computer in such temperatures.
zDo not place the computer in the following areas, otherwise the computer may be damaged.
•Near electronic equipment. Image distortion or noise may occur.
•In extremely high or low temperature.
zAs the computer can become hot during operation, keep it away from items that are sensitive to heat.
Handling Cautions
This computer is designed to minimize shock to parts such as the LCD and the hard disk drive and equipped with a
zWhen carrying the computer:
•Turn off the computer.
•Remove all external devices, cables, PC Cards and other protruding objects.
•Remove a disc in the CD/DVD drive.
•Do not drop or hit the computer against solid objects.
•Do not leave the display open.
•Do not grip the display part.
zDo not put anything (e.g., a piece of paper) between the display and keyboard.
zWhen you board an airplane, take the computer with you and never put it in your checked luggage. When using the computer on airplane, follow the airline’s instructions.
zWhen carrying a spare battery, put it in a plastic bag to protect its terminals.
zThe touch pad is designed to be used by finger tip. Do not place any object on its surface and do not press down strongly with
zAvoid any harmful substances such as oil from getting into the touch pad. The cursor may not work correctly.
zBe careful not to get injured by dropping or getting hit when carrying the computer.
<Only for model with touchscreen>
zUse only the included stylus to touch the touchscreen. Do not place any object on its surface and do not press down strongly with
zDo not use the touchscreen when dust or dirt (e.g., oil) is on the screen. Otherwise foreign particles on the screen/ stylus can scratch the screen surface or obstruct the stylus operation.
zUse the stylus only for touching the screen. Using it for any other purpose may damage the stylus and result in scratches on the screen.
When using peripheral devices
Follow these instructions and the Reference Manual to avoid any damage to the devices. Carefully read the instruction manuals of the peripheral devices.
zUse the peripheral devices conforming to the computer’s specifications.
zConnect to the connectors in the correct direction.
zIf it is hard to insert, do not try forcibly but check the connector’s shape, direction, alignment of pins, etc.
zIf screws are included, fasten them securely.
zRemove the cables when you carry the computer. Do not pull the cables forcibly.
Preventing your computer from unauthorized use via wireless LAN/Bluetooth/Wireless WAN
<Only for model with wireless LAN/Bluetooth/Wireless WAN>
zBefore using wireless LAN/Bluetooth/Wireless WAN, make the appropriate security settings such as data encryption.
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