• After transporting the Notebook, wait until the device has reached room temperature before switching it on. Large changes in temperature or fluctuations in humidity can cause moisture buildup within the Notebook due to condensation. This can cause an electrical short circuit. • Keep the original packaging in the event the device needs to be sent in the post. 2.7. Ergonomics PLEASE NOTE! Avoid dazzle, reflections and strong bright-dark contrast in order to protect your eyes. The Notebook should never be placed next to a window because this is the brightest part of the room in daylight. This brightness can make it more difficult for the eyes to adjust to the darker display. The Notebook should always be positioned so that the direction of vision is parallel to the window front. Setting up the Notebook with your back to the window is incorrect as reflections from the bright window on the screen will then be unavoidable. A position looking onto the window is also incorrect as the contrast between the dark screen and the bright daylight can cause problems for the eyes to adjust and result in problems. The parallel line of vision should also be maintained in relation to artificial lighting equipment. In other words, the same criteria and principles apply where the workspace is illuminated with artificial light. Where space restrictions make it impossible to set up the screen as described, then correct positioning (rotating, tilting) of the Notebook/ screen can prevent dazzling, reflections and excessive bright-dark contrast, etc. In many cases, an improvement can also be achieved by using slats or vertical blinds on the windows, partition walls or by changing the artificial lighting equipment. 10 of 68 2.8. Connecting Follow the instructions below to connect your Notebook correctly and safely: 2.8.1. Power Supply DANGER! Do not open the housing of the mains adapter. There is a risk of electric shock when the housing is open. It does not contain any parts requiring maintenance. The socket outlet must be close to the Notebook and easily accessible. • To disconnect the power supply from your Notebook (via the mains adaptor), pull the mains plug from the power outlet. • Plug the Notebook’s mains adapter into AC 100–240 V~, 50/60 Hz earthed sockets only. If you are not sure about the power supply at the set-up location, please ask your power supplier. • Use only the mains adapter and power cable supplied. • For extra safety, we recommend using an overvoltage protection device to prevent your Notebook from sustaining damage as a result of power surges or lightning strikes. • If you want to disconnect the adapter from the mains, pull the connector out of the wall socket first and then out of the socket on the Notebook. The mains adapter or the Notebook may be damaged if this process is carried out in the reverse order. Always take hold of the plug when disconnecting the cable from the socket. Never pull on the cable. 11 of 68 2.9. Cabling • Position the cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. • To avoid damaging the cables, do not place any objects on them. • Do not connect peripheral devices – such as keyboards, mouse and monitor, etc. – when the Notebook is switched on to avoid damage to the Notebook or the devices. Some devices may also be connected while the computer is running. This is generally the case for devices with a USB connection. In all cases, observe the relevant operating instructions. • Maintain a distance of at least one metre from sources of high- frequency and magnetic interference (TV sets, loudspeakers, mobile phones, DECT telephones, etc.) in order to avoid malfunctions and data loss. • Please note that only shielded cables that are shorter than 3 metres may be connected to the external interfaces of this Notebook. Please only use double-shielded cables for printer cable connections. • Do not exchange the supplied cable for another one. Use only the supplied cable as this cable has been extensively tested in our laboratory. • In addition, when connecting your peripherals only use the connecting cables supplied with those devices. • Ensure that all connection cables are connected to their corresponding peripheral device to avoid any interference radiation. Disconnect any cables that are not required. • The only devices which may be connected to the Notebook are those that meet the requirements set out in the EN60950 standard “Information Technology Equipment – Safety” or devices that meet the EN60065 standard “Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus – Safety requirements”. 12 of 68 2.10. Information about the Touchpad • The touchpad is operated with the thumb or another finger and reacts to the energy given out by the skin. Do not use pens or other objects as these can damage your touchpad. 2.11. Battery CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries a...