Precautions for Use
Operation and storage conditionsAvoid using or storing the drive in a hot or humid location, or where it might be subject to severe vibration or direct sunlight.
On transportation•Please repack the drive in its original carton when shipping by itself.
•If the drive is to be shipped, remove any disc beforehand.
Avoiding condensation problemsWhen you transfer this appliance from a cold place a hot place abruptly, you may get water drops on the surface and inside of the appliance. This is called condensation. If condensation occurs, turn off the power and leave the appliance until the condensation disappears; after the condensation disappears, you can use the appliance again. If you use the appliance during condensation, this may cause the appliance to malfunction.
Handling discs•Handle discs only by the edges. Never touch the recording surface.
• Do not affix labels on discs.
•Do not store discs in dusty, dirty or humid locations, in direct sunlight, or near heat- generating devices.
•To protect important data, always keep discs in their protective cases.
•Do not wipe writable discs to clean them before recording data. Instead, use a blower to remove any dust.
•Data may not record properly if a scratch or dust is present on the unrecorded area of writable discs. Use special care when handling.
Miscellaneous
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