Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide
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Matrox safety information
To ensure safe and reliable operation of your Matrox product, to avoid personal injury, and to prevent
damage to your computer or Matrox hardware, read the following guidelines.
Installation and operation
Read and retain all instructions. Only use your Matrox product according to the
instructions, operating ranges, and guidelines provided in the Matrox user guide and
other related Matrox documentation. Failure to follow these instructions could result in
damage to your product or injury to the user or installer.
Don’t expose your Matrox product to rain, water, condensation, or moisture.
Always turn off your computer, unplug it, then wait for it to cool before touching any of
the internal parts of your computer or installing your Matrox product.
Static electricity can severely damage electronic parts. Before touching any electronic
parts, drain static electricity from your body (for example, by touching the metal frame
of your computer).
When handling a card, carefully hold it by its edges and avoid touching its circuitry.
Don’t stack devices or place devices so close together that they’re subject to recirculated
or preheated air.
Don’t operate your system or Matrox product near a heat source or restrict airflow to
your system, and make sure the ambient temperature doesn’t exceed the maximum
recommended temperatures. Don’t block ventilation holes on your unit or system.
If a power supply (internal or external) was included with your
product
Don’t place the external power supply directly on top of the device.
Only use power supplies originally supplied with the product or use a replacement that’s
approved by Matrox. Don’t use the power supply if it appears to be defective or has a
damaged chassis.
Don’t defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug doesn’t fit into your outlet, consult an electrician to replace
the obsolete outlet.
