Health and Safety Precautions
Only qualified persons are authorized to carry out maintenance on this device.
• Read this User's Guide carefully, and follow the correct procedure when setting up the device.
• Do not open your LaCie Ethernet Disk mini or attempt to disassemble or modify it. Never insert any metallic object into the
drive to avoid any risk of electrical shock, fire, short-circuiting or dangerous emissions. Your LaCie Ethernet Disk mini contains
no user-serviceable parts. If it appears to be malfunctioning, have it inspected by a qualified LaCie Technical Support
representative.
• Never expose your device to rain, or use it near water, or in damp or wet conditions. Never place objects containing
liquids on the LaCie Ethernet Disk mini, as they may spill into its openings. Doing so increases the risk of electrical shock,
short-circuiting, fire or personal injury.
• Make sure that the computer and LaCie Ethernet Disk mini are electrically grounded. If the devices are not grounded, there
is an increased risk of electrical shock.
General Use Precautions:
• Do not expose the LaCie Ethernet Disk mini to temperatures outside the range of 5° C to 45° C (41° F to 104° F). Doing so
may damage the LaCie Ethernet Disk mini or disfigure its casing. Avoid placing your LaCie Ethernet Disk mini near a source
of heat or exposing it to sunlight (even through a window). Inversely, placing your LaCie Ethernet Disk mini in an environment
that is too cold or humid may damage the unit.
• Always unplug the LaCie Ethernet Disk mini from the electrical outlet if there is a risk of lightning or if it will be unused for
an extended period of time. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of electrical shock, short-circuiting or fire.
• Use only the power supply shipped with the device.
• Do not use the LaCie Ethernet Disk mini near other electrical appliances such as televisions, radios or speakers. Doing so
may cause interference which will adversely affect the operation of the other products.
• Do not place the LaCie Ethernet Disk mini near sources of magnetic interference, such as computer displays, televisions or
speakers. Magnetic interference can affect the operation and stability of your LaCie Ethernet Disk mini.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the LaCie Ethernet Disk mini or use excessive force on it.
• Never use excessive force on your LaCie Ethernet Disk mini. If you detect a problem, consult the Troubleshooting section in
this manual.
• Protect your LaCie Ethernet Disk mini from excessive exposure to dust during use or storage. Dust can build up inside the
device, increasing the risk of damage or malfunction.
• Never use benzene, paint thinners, detergent or other chemical products to clean the outside of the LaCie Ethernet Disk
mini. Such products will disfigure and discolor the casing. Instead, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the device.
Precautions
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LaCie Ethernet Disk mini
User’s Manual
Caution!
The LaCie Ethernet Disk mini's warranty may be void as a result of the failure to respect the precautions
listed below.
