Avoid using or storing the drive in a hot or humid location, or where it might be subject to severe vibration or direct sunlight.
Transportation•Please repack the drive in its original carton when shipping by itself.
•If the drive is to be shipped while installed in a computer, remove any disc beforehand.
Moisture condensationDo not expose the drive to sudden temperature changes. Do not use the drive immediately after moving it from a cold to a warm location, or raising the room temperature suddenly, as condensation may form within the drive. If the temperature changes suddenly while using the drive, stop using it, but keep the power on for at least an hour.
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 cases.
•Do not wipe writable discs using a disc cleaner before recording data. Instead, use a blower to remove any dust.
•Data may not be recorded properly if there are scratches or dust on the unrecorded area of writable discs. Handle discs very carefully.
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