System Requirements; Handling Precautions - Maxtor Personal Storage 5000DV User Manual

System Requirements

The following are the minimum system requirements.
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Windows System Requirements
• Pentium II-class equivalent processor or later
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• Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP
• CD-ROM drive
• 32 MB RAM or more as required by Windows
• Available FireWire/1394/i.LINK (OHCI-compliant) or
USB 1.1 or 2.0 port (only for 5000DV, 5000XT)
• Available USB 1.1 or 2.0 port (5000LE)
• Internet connection (for system updates)
For faster operation, upgrade from USB 1.1 to high-speed USB 2.0
with a Maxtor USB 2.0 PCI Card for Windows or add a FireWire
port to your PC with Maxtor's 1394/FireWire PCI Card. Both are
available at www.maxtordirect.com in North America.
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Macintosh System Requirements
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• iMac , Power Macintosh G3 (Blue and White), or later model
• Mac OS 9.1 or higher or Mac OS X version 10.1.2 or higher
• CD-ROM drive
• 32 MB RAM or more as required by Mac OS
• Available FireWire/1394/i.LINK (OHCI-compliant) or
USB 1.1 or 2.0 port (only for 5000DV, 5000XT)
• Available USB 1.1 or 2.0 port (5000LE)
• Internet connection (for system updates)

Handling Precautions

Handle your drive with care! Follow the precautions listed here
or damage to the drive may result and your warranty may become
void. Review the "Maxtor Product Warranty" on the inside front
cover for more information.
The following precautions can prevent loss of data:
• Do not bump, jar, or drop the drive.
• Do not stack drives more than three high.
• Do not set the drive on its side without using the vertical
stand as it may fall over and cause damage.
• Do not remove any cables or power cords without properly
disconnecting the drive through the operating system.
• Do not set any liquids or drinks on the drive. Liquids will
damage the internal electronics.
• Do not attempt to open the drive's case. This will void
your warranty.
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