User`s guide

Heat, Cold, Humidity, and Glare Chapter One - Getting Started
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N
OTE
: If your system arrives in cold weather, do not apply power to the computer or
monitor until it has reached room temperature.
Heat, Cold, Humidity, and
Glare
Find a spot for your computer that’s not too hot, too cold, too dark, or too bright.
Glare can make it hard to read the screen. Overheating can destroy computer
components, so allow plenty of room for air to circulate around the case. Do not
place your TREK 2 in direct sunlight.
W
ARNING
:
Do not expose the notebook to cold (frost) or heat, do not leave the
notebook in a car, and do not drop it, spill fluids on it, or open the case. This
can destroy the notebook and void the warranty. The system’s Liquid
Crystal Digital (LCD) video display may be damaged by exposure to intense
sunlight, which builds up excessive heat inside the display enclosure. Only
exposure to indirect or subdued sunlight is recommended.
Surge Suppressors
Your computer has its own electrical filters, fuses, and protections, and even its
own built-in surge suppressor. We strongly recommend using a high-quality,
external surge suppressor. An external surge suppressor looks like an extension
cord with several grounded outlets. It will shield your computer from lightning
strikes, surges, shorts, and other electrical hazards.
Work Location
Your TREK 2 generally will run well wherever you’re comfortable. But extremes of
temperature and humidity can be challenging to your system’s parts. There are,
however, some things you can tolerate that the computer can’t — things like static
electricity, dust, water, steam, and oil. So, whenever you decide to pull over for
roadside computing, choose a clean, comfortable work area for your system.
Operating Environment
You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental conditions.
However, to ensure long use and continued high performance, consider the
following factors when setting up your computer:
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Set the computer on a flat, stable surface. To prevent damage to the
computer’s hard disk drive avoid using the computer where it will be
exposed to strong vibration.