Shipping Preparation - Compaq Evo W8000 Hardware Reference Manual

Shipping Preparation

Compaq Evo Workstation W8000 Hardware Reference Guide
Follow these suggestions when preparing to ship your computer:
1. Back up the hard drive files onto PD discs, tape cartridges, or
diskettes. Be sure that the backup medium is not exposed to
electrical or magnetic impulses while stored or in transit.
The hard drive locks automatically when the system power is
turned off.
2. Remove and store any program diskettes that are located in the
diskette drives.
3. Insert a blank diskette into the diskette drive to protect the drive
while in transit. Do not use a diskette on which you have stored
or plan to store data.
4. Turn off the computer and external devices.
5. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and then
from the computer.
6. Disconnect the system components and external devices from
their power sources and then from the computer.
Ensure that all boards are seated properly and secured in the board
sockets before shipping the computer.
7. Pack the system components and external devices in their
original packing boxes or similar packaging with sufficient
packing material to protect them.
For environmental nonoperating ranges, see Appendix A,
"Specifications," in this guide.
Routine Computer Care and Shipping Preparation
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