• Limit your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM access.
• Disable the Windows CD automatic insertion function.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
• Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use.
FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES
Caring for your Floppy Disks
• Avoid using the floppy disks in damp and dusty locations.
• Never store a floppy disk near a magnet or magnetic field.
• Do not use a pencil or an eraser on a disk or disk label.
• Avoid storing the floppy disks in extremely hot or cold locations, or in locations subject to severe
temperature changes. Store at temperatures between 50°F (10°C) and 125°F (52°C)
• Do not touch the exposed part of the disk behind the metal shutter.
Caring for your Floppy Disk Drive
• To clean, wipe the floppy disk drive clean with a dry soft cloth, or with a soft cloth dampened with
water or a solution of neutral detergent. Never use benzene, paint thinner or other volatile material.
• Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in extremely hot or cold locations, or in locations subject to
severe temperature changes. Store at temperatures between 50°F (10°C) and 125°F (52°C)
• Keep the floppy disk drive out of direct sunlight and away from hating equipment.
• Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in locations subject to shock and vibration.
• Never use the floppy disk drive with any liquid, metal, or other foreign matter inside the floppy
disk drive or disk.
• Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy disk drive.
DVD/CD-RW/CDs
Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/CDs
• DVD/CD-RW/CDs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care.
• Always store your DVD/CD-RW/CDs in its case when it is not in use.
• Always handle DVD/CD-RW/CDs by the edges and avoid touching the surface.
• Avoid storing any DVD/CD-RW/CDs in extreme temperatures.
• Do not bend DVD/CD-RW/CDs or set heavy objects on them.
• Do not spill liquids on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.
• Do not scratch DVD/CD-RW/CDs.
• Do not put a label on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.
• Do not get dust on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.
• Never write on the label surface with a ballpoint pen or pencil. Always use a felt pen.
