User manual

DataBox V 1000 English
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Important Safety Instructions
Before you use this device for the first time, please read the following notes in this
manual and heed all warnings, even if you are familiar with handling electronic devices.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. If you sell or pass this device on
to another person, it is imperative that you also hand over this manual.
- Handle your hard disk with care. Please always follow these safety instructions in
order to avoid any damage or voiding the warranty. Damage to the hard disk can
result in loss of data.
- Position the device on a stable, even surface and do not place any (heavy) objects
on the device.
- The device is not for use in environments with a high temperature or humidity (e.g.
bathrooms), and must be kept free of dust.
- Operating temperature and humidity: 5 °C to 35 °C, max. 85% RH
Always make sure that
- there is free circulation of air (do not place the device on shelves, on a thick carpet,
on a bed, or anywhere that obstructs the ventilation slots, and leave at least 10cm
clearance on all sides;
- no direct heat sources (e.g. heating) can affect the device;
- no direct sunlight or bright artificial light reaches the device;
- contact with spray and dripping water and abrasive liquids must be avoided and
the device should never be operated near water, and it must especially never be
immersed (do no place any objects filled with liquids such as vases or drinks near
the device);
- never place the device in the immediate vicinity of magnetic fields (e.g.
loudspeakers);
- do not place any fire sources (e.g. burning candles) on or near the device;
- do not introduce any foreign bodies into the device;
- the device must not be subject to any great temperature changes as this may
cause moisture through condensation;
- the device should not be subject to excessive shocks and vibrations.
If you are not using the device within the Republic of Germany, you must observe the
regulations and laws in the country of use.
- In its default configuration, this product has not been designed for medical,
lifesaving, rescue or life-maintaining purposes. This product has not been designed
for corporate or commercial applications. This includes games, communication and
others. Furthermore, the device may not be used outdoors or in tropical climates.