- Meridian 850 User's Guide

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Where to Work
Your Meridian 850 is a tough, rugged machine. Generally it will be
comfortable and run well wherever you are comfortable. Extremes of
heat, cold, and humidity can be challenging to your system's parts, but
usually if you can take it, so can the computer. There are, however, some
things you take very easily that the computer does not like at all. Static
electricity is one. Dust, water, steam, and oil are others. Wherever you
decide to pull over for roadside computing, choose a clean, comfortable
work area for your system.
Note: It’s best to place your Meridian near a wall socket for easier access.
Beware Heat, Cold, Humidity, and Glare
Pick a spot for your computer that’s not too - not too hot and not too cold,
not too dark and not too bright - glare can make it hard to read the
screen. Overheating can destroy computer components.
Allow plenty of room for air to circulate around the
case.
Also, be sure to use grounded electrical outlets. Although
your computer has its own electrical filters, fuses, and protections, and
even its own built-in surge suppressor, we strongly recommend using an
external surge suppressor to ensure your system is safe. An external surge
suppressor looks like an extension cord with several grounded outlets.
High quality surge protectors shield your computer from lightning strikes,
surges, shorts, and other electrical hazards.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture