Rugged Notebook User Guide
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R8300 User Guide
Maintenance and Storage
Taking Care of Your Batteries
Read and follow all battery precautions in the
Safety
section.
Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements.
Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries.
Do not tamper with the batteries.
Keep batteries away from children.
Before storing your battery, read and follow the
recommendations in the
Battery Tips
section.
Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
Recycle if at all possible.
Avoid exposing batteries to extremely hot or cold
temperatures for long periods. To prevent possible damage
to the battery, this notebook does not allow the battery to
charge if the internal temperature of the battery gets too
low (< 5°C or < 41°F) or too high (> 50°C or > 122°F).
Charge the battery nightly where the temperature will
remain around 20°C (68°F).
Recalibrate your battery
when your battery performance
degrades.
Taking Care of Your Hard Drive
This notebook hard drive is a removable, shock-mounted
drive. You can reduce the risk of damage to the hard drive and
increase the reliability of the hard drive and data integrity by
following the recommendations below.
For Internal Hard Drives
Do not intentionally drop the device. 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
Whenever possible, suspend the unit by pressing
FN+F3
before moving it from one location to another. This
unloads the read/write heads and spins down the disk,
reducing exposure to high operating shocks.
Maintain the environmental seal of the device by keeping
all external access doors closed and latched.
Avoid exposing the unit to extreme temperatures or
moisture when the doors are open
Periodically backup or archive important files and data.
For External PC Cards
Each PC Card manufacturer provides specific guidelines for
the care and handling of the product. In addition, follow these
recommendations:
When the PC Card is not inserted in a PC Card socket, store
the PC Card in a protective carrying case. This will help
protect it from inadvertent shocks.
Always use care when handling PC Cards. Do not drop,
bend, flex, or crush them.
Avoid exposing PC Cards to extreme moisture, heat, or
sunlight.
Keep all debris out of the connector to ensure good
electrical connections.
There are no user repairable parts in the PC Card slot. Do
not attempt to disassemble any part of the device. The
warranty will be voided if drive seals are broken or screws
have been removed.
Periodically backup or archive important files and data.
If you have problems with your PC Card, contact the
manufacturer for more information and troubleshooting
information.
Cleaning Your Device
Cleaning the Outside Case
1.
Disconnect external power and turn off the notebook.
2. Remove the battery
.
3.
Add a small amount of water to a soft cloth and clean the
device case. Do not use paper products because they can
scratch the surface.
4.
Wipe off any excess liquid with a soft cloth.
5.
Reinstall the battery.
CAUTION
Aerosols, solvents, or strong detergents are
not recommended cleaning solutions and may void your
warranty. For system decontamination recommendations
please contact your support representative.
Cleaning the Display
Use a soft, dry cloth. In some cases, you can use a small
amount of water to remove streaks or smears. For difficult
display cleaning tasks, use a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl
alcohol and water. Do not use paper products because they
can scratch the screen.
