Usage Notes

• Affix the label accompanying the unit on the label area as

Label area

illustrated.

 

•Starting or shutting down your computer, or awakening it from sleep mode while the unit is connected may cause it to function erratically. Always disconnect the unit from your computer before performing these operations.

•Never disconnect the USB cable and/or AC adaptor from your computer or unit while the unit is in use.

•To avoid an accidental disconnection during use, make sure that the unit and Portable HardDisk Media are firmly connected and secured with the screw at the back of the unit.

•Do not store the unit or Portable HardDisk Media in direct sunlight, humid locations, hot locations, or locations subjected to strong vibrations.

•Avoid moving the unit and Portable HardDisk Media during use as this may cause them to malfunction.

•Avoid sudden temperature changes. If you move the unit and Portable HardDisk Media from a cold to a warm environment or the ambient temperature rises suddenly, do not use them immediately as condensation may have formed inside them. If this occurs while you are using the unit and Portable HardDisk Media, suspend use for an hour or more, then deactivate them.

•In the unlikely event of a malfunction or defect, or if a foreign object penetrates the unit or Portable HardDisk Media, disconnect the AC adaptor and/or USB cable. Then, contact the Sony Customer Information Center.

Please Record Responsibly

Before copying anything onto the Portable HardDisk Media, please make sure that you are not violating copyright laws. Most software companies allow you to make a backup or archive copy of software. Check your software’s license agreement for details.

•Giga Vault is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

•Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

•Other system names and product names that appear in this manual are registered

trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners. Note that the ™ and ® symbols are not used in this manual.

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