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Traveling with the Computer s Take along a backup of your work. Do not pack the backup with the computer. s Hand carry the computer. Do not check it with your luggage. s Do not expose the computer or diskettes to a magnetic security detector. s The security device that examines carry-ons placed on a conveyer belt uses x-rays and is safe for the computer and diskettes. s The walk-through security device and the handheld security wands are magnetic and may damage the computer or diskettes. s If you plan to use the computer during a flight, check in advance with the airline: in-flight computer use is at the discretion of the airline. s If you expect to encounter climatic extremes, review the Operating Environment guidelines in Appendix D. s If you are traveling internationally: ! WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not attempt to power the computer with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances. s Consult with a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider about power cord and adapter requirements for each location in which you plan to use the computer. (Voltage, frequency, and plug configurations vary.) To contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider near you, refer to "Worldwide Telephone Numbers" in Appendix A s If you plan to use an internal modem, review "Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally" in Chapter 9. s Check the computer-related Customs regulations for each country on your itinerary. Maintenance, Shipping, and Travel 16-5

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Maintenance, Shipping, and Travel
16-5
Traveling with the Computer
Take along a backup of your work. Do not pack the backup
with the computer.
Hand carry the computer. Do not check it with your luggage.
Do not expose the computer or diskettes to a magnetic
security detector.
The security device that examines carry-ons placed on a
conveyer belt uses x-rays and is safe for the computer
and diskettes.
The walk-through security device and the handheld
security wands are magnetic and may damage the computer
or diskettes.
If you plan to use the computer during a flight, check in
advance with the airline: in-flight computer use is at the
discretion of the airline.
If you expect to encounter climatic extremes, review the
Operating Environment guidelines in Appendix D.
If you are traveling internationally:
!
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage
to the equipment, do not attempt to power the computer with a
voltage converter kit sold for appliances.
Consult with a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or
service provider about power cord and adapter requirements
for each location in which you plan to use the computer.
(Voltage, frequency, and plug configurations vary.) To
contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service
provider near you, refer to “Worldwide Telephone
Numbers” in Appendix A
If you plan to use an internal modem, review “Using the
Modem While Traveling Internationally” in Chapter 9.
Check the computer-related Customs regulations for each
country on your itinerary.