User's Manual

4. Lift the hard drive cassette from the battery storage area.
To install the hard drive:
1. Make sure the unit is shut down and external power is removed.
2. The battery door should be off the unit and the battery removed.
3. Make sure the small black release lever is rotated towards you (in its released position).
4. Slide the hard drive cassette into its storage location.
5. Replace the battery and then replace the battery door.
Internal Hard Drives
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Do not intentionally drop the computer. The unit is designed to withstand the day to day rigors of
the mobile environment and provide years of reliable service. The useful life of the product can be
enhanced by not intentionally abusing it.
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Whenever possible suspend the unit by pressing
FN
+
F3
before moving it from one location to
another. This will unload the read/write heads and spin down the disk.
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Maintain the environmental seal of the computer by keeping all external access doors closed and
latched. Also avoid exposing the unit to extreme temperatures or moisture when the doors are
open.
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Periodically backup or archive important files and data.
External PC Card Hard Drives
Each PC Card hard drive manufacturer provides specific guidelines for the care and handling of the
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roduct. In addition, follow these recommendations:
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When the PC Card hard drive is not inserted in a PC Card socket, store the hard drive in a
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