Using The Hard Disk Drive (Hdd) Protection - Toshiba Satellite A660 Series User Manual

Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any
part of it. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the
computer.
Moving the computer
While the computer is designed for flexible day-to-day usage you should
exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensure
trouble-free operation.
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Before moving the computer, it is recommended that you change the
setting associated with the Hard Disk Drive Protection feature. Please
refer to the section,
chapter for further information.
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Make sure all disk/disc activity has ended before moving the computer -
check that the HDD and other indicators on the front of the computer
are off.
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Turn off (shut down) the computer.
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Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the
computer.
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Close the display panel.
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Do not pick up the computer by its display panel.
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Before carrying your computer, shut it down, disconnect the AC adaptor
and allow it to cool down - a failure to follow this instruction may result in
minor heat injury.
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Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock - a failure to
follow this instruction could result in damage to computer, computer
failure or loss of data.
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Never transport your computer with any cards installed - this may cause
damage to either the computer and/or the card resulting in product
failure.
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Always use a suitable carry case when transporting the computer.
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When carrying your computer, be sure to hold it securely so that it does
not fall or hit anything.
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Do not carry your computer by holding any of its protruding elements.

Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection

This computer has a function for reducing the risk of damage on the hard
disk drive.
Using an acceleration sensor built into the computer, TOSHIBA HDD
Protection detects vibration shocks and similar signs of movement of the
computer, and automatically moves the Hard Disk Drive head to a safe
position to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head-to-disk
contact.
User's Manual
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Operating Basics
Protection, in this
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