A reverse sequence could damage the network adapter or the notebook. Always hold the connector firmly when removing it. Never pull on the power cord. Appendix AidComponentsHandling Safety -7 UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 0870 7270370 REP. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 Cabling • Arrange cables so no one can walk on or trip over them. • Do not place objects on any of the cables. • To avoid damage to your Notebook, connect your peripherals (e.g., keyboard, mouse and monitor) whilst your notebook is powered off. Some devices can be connected whilst your notebook is in use. These devices usually have a USB or IEEE 1394 connector. Please follow the appropriate instructions for each device. • Keep the notebook at least one meter (approximately three feet) away from high frequency and magnetic interference sources (e.g., televisions, loudspeaker cabinets, mobile telephones, etc.) in order to avoid malfunctions and/or loss of data. • Please note that only shielded cables shorter than 3 metres (9.84 ft) should be used for the LPT, COM, USB, IEEE 1394, audio, video and network interfaces with this notebook. Please use only doubly screened cables in the case of printer cables. • Do not replace the cables supplied. Only use the cable supplied with the notebook, since that cable will have been tested extensively in our laboratory. • Also only use the connection cables supplied with the devices to connect your peripherals. • Make sure that all connecting cables are connected with the respective peripheral devices, in order to avoid perturbing radiation. Remove any cables not needed. • The connection of devices is limited to equipment that complies with EN60950 “Safety of information technology equipment” or EN60065 “Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus. Safety requirements”. -8UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 0870 7270370 REP. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 Information about the regulatory compliance according to R&TTE The following remote equipment has been supplied with this notebook: • Wireless LAN The company declares herewith that these devices are in agreement with the fundamental requirements and the other relevant terms of the 1999/5/EG Guideline. Complete declarations of conformity are available under The modem meets the requirements of TBR21 (01/1998) and EG201120/V1.1.1/01/98 regarding connection with an analogue telephone network. Modem • If your system has a modem, please make sure you connect it to an analogue telephone line only. Connecting to a digital PBX, a digital line designed for broadband services or ISDN, a shared service line or a payphone will damage the modem or the devices to which it is connected. Touch Pad • Light pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is required to operate the touch pad. Because the touch pad is electrostatic sensitive, objects cannot be used in place of your fingers. Using a pen or other object can damage the touch pad or cause the notebook to malfunction. Appendix AidComponentsHandling Safety -9UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 0870 7270370 REP. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 Battery Operation To extend the life and power of your battery and guarantee secure operation, the instructions below should be followed: • Never expose the battery to direct sunlight or heat for long periods. • Do not dispose of the battery by fire. • Disregarding these instructions will lead to damage and under some circumstances may even cause the battery to explode. • Do not open the battery housing; it contains no user-serviceable parts. • Keep the battery away from electrically conductive materials, chemical substances and cleaning agents. • Only use the originally supplied power adapter to charge the battery. • Ensure (through the display or the signalling sound of the notebook) that the battery is completely discharged before recharging it. • Replace the battery only with the same type or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. • Charge the battery only until the battery charging light goes out. Also, refer to the instructions under “Charging the Battery” on page 33 for instructions on checking the battery level. • Only change the battery when the unit is switched off. • Batteries are classified as special waste and should always be disposed of properly. Contact Customer Service for more details. -10 UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 0870 7270370 REP. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 Chapter 2 Views & Handling Subject Page Included with your notebook ............................................ 13 Open notebook................................................................... 14 Left side............................................................................... 15 Right side ............................................................................ 16 Rear side.............................................................................. 16 Power and status indicators................................................. 17 Quick launch buttons ...............................