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Safety Precautions
These usage and safety guidelines are
IMPORTANT!
Please follow them carefully.
General Use
•
Carefully unpack the contents of the SSD18C3 package.
•
During operation, avoid exposing your SSD18C3 to extreme temperatures above 70
℃
,
or below 0
℃
.
•
Do not drop your SSD18C3.
•
Do not allow your SSD18C3 to come in contact with water or any other liquids.
•
Do not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.
o
Do not store your SSD18C3 in any of the following environments: Direct
sunlight
o
Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
o
In a closed car that is in direct sunlight
o
In an area with strong magnetic fields or excessive vibration
•
If your Windows computer will not boot while the SSD18C3 is connected, please
disconnect the SSD18C3 to your computer first and connect the SSD18C3 after starting
Windows. Otherwise, refer to your computer's manual and change the BIOS settings to
instruct the computer to boot from a different device.
Backing up Data
•
Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss, or damage during
operation
. If you decide to store data on your SSD18C3 we strongly advise that you
regularly backup the data to a computer, or other storage medium.
•
To ensure Super-Speed USB 3.0 data transfer rates when using your SSD18C3, please
make sure that your computer has the relevant drivers and hardware to support USB 3.0.
If you are unsure about how to check this, please consult the user’s manual of your
computer, motherboard, or USB 3.0 interface card for USB 3.0 driver information.
Transporting
•
Do not pack the SSD18C3 into luggage without proper padded support. Other items in
your luggage may damage the SSD during travel if it does not have proper protection.
•
Avoid squeezing or compressing the SSD18C3.
•
Do not place objects on top of your SSD18C3.
Power
•
The SSD18C3 gets its power directly from your computer’s USB port. However, the
power supplied by the USB ports on some older computers does not meet the stable 5V
DC power requirements of the SSD18C3. If your SSD18C3 does not function properly
upon connecting it to your computer, please plug
BOTH ENDS
of the USB 3.0 Y-cable
into your computer.
