Taking The Computer Home; Preparing The Computer; What To Bring With You; Special Considerations - Acer TravelMate 340 User Manual

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Taking the computer home

"when you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa"

Preparing the computer

After disconnecting the computer from your desktop, follow these steps to prepare
the computer for the trip home:
• Check if you have removed all media, diskette and compact disc, from the
EasyLink Combo Drive. Failure to remove the media can damage the drive
head.
• Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from
sliding around and cushion it if it should fall.
Caution: Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer.
Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen

What to bring with you

Unless you already have some items at home, bring the following items with you:
• AC adapter and power cord
• The printed user's manual
• EasyLink Combo Drive

Special considerations

Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:
• Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with
you.
• If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot bring the
computer with you, leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid
exposing the computer to excessive heat.
• Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation. Allow the
computer to return to room temperature, and inspect the screen for
condensation before turning on the computer. If the temperature change is
greater than 18°F (10°C), allow the computer to come to room temperature
slowly. If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with
4 Moving with your computer