Connecting external devices
Read the documentation on the external device before connecting it.
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With the exception of USB devices, always remove all power plugs before connecting
external devices!
Do not connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm.
Always take hold of the actual plug. Never unplug a cable by pulling the cable itself.
Connect and disconnect the cables in the order described below.
Connecting cables
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Turn off all power and equipment switches.
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Remove all power plugs from the grounded mains outlets.
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Plug all cables into the device and peripherals. You must observe the information provided in
the "Important notes" chapter.
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Plug all data communication cables into the utility sockets.
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Plug all power cables into the grounded mains outlets.
Disconnecting cables
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Turn off all power and equipment switches.
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Remove all power plugs from the grounded mains outlets.
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Unplug all data communication cables from the utility sockets.
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Unplug all cables from the device and peripherals.
USB devices are hot-pluggable. This means you can connect and disconnect devices
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while your operating system is running.
Additional information can be found in the " Connecting external devices to the serial port
or a USB port" section and in the documentation for the USB devices.
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