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Precautions
• Use only an Ethernet cable compatible with 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or
1000BASE-T networks. Do not use a cord for a standard residential telephone line
or cables of types other than those mentioned here. Using the wrong type of cord
or cable can cause more electrical current than necessary to flow through the LAN
connector, which may lead to heat build-up, fire or malfunction.
• The 2.4 GHz range of radio waves used by the wireless networking feature of this
product is a range shared by various devices. This product has been designed to
minimize the effect of other devices using the same range. However, in some cases
interference from other devices may reduce the connection speed, shorten the
signal range or cause the connection to be terminated unexpectedly.
• When using the PS3™ system's scan function to select a wireless LAN access
point, access points that are not intended for public use may be displayed. Only
connect to an access point that you are authorized to use.
If the system or disc is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture
may condense on the lens inside the system or on the disc. Should this occur, the
system may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and turn off and
unplug the system. Do not put the disc back in until the moisture evaporates (this may
take several hours). If the system still does not operate properly, call SCEA
Consumer Services at 1-800-345-7669 for assistance.
For safety reasons, before cleaning the system or connected accessories, disconnect
the AC power cord from the electrical outlet.
Exterior surfaces (plastic cover of system and wireless
controller)
Follow the instructions below to help prevent the product exterior from deteriorating
or becoming discolored.
• Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
• Do not place any rubber or vinyl materials on the product exterior for an extended
period of time.
• Do not use solvents or other chemicals. Do not wipe with a chemically-treated
cleaning cloth.
Vents
When dust accumulates in the system vents, remove the dust with a low-powered
vacuum cleaner.
It is recommended that you regularly back up data on the hard disk. If for any reason
software or data loss or corruption occurs or the hard disk must be initialized during
authorized service, it may not be possible to restore or repair the software or data.
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not be held
liable for damage or injury related to software or data loss or corruption.
Using the backup utility
You can back up data stored on the hard disk to a USB mass storage device and
restore data that has been backed up. Select "Backup Utility" under
(Settings)
(System Settings) and follow the on-screen instructions to perform this
operation. Note that depending on the system's usage condition, you might not be
able to back up or restore some data. It is recommended that you create a spare
backup for important data in advance by copying or moving the data to a USB mass
storage device.
For details on the backup utility feature, refer to the user's guide (
page 5).
Wireless networking feature
Moisture condensation
Cleaning
Backing up data
