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Care and maintenance – Sierra Wireless 580 User Manual

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Care and maintenance


As with any electronic device, the AirCard must be handled with care to ensure reliable operation.

Follow these guidelines in using and storing the AirCard:

Do not apply adhesive labels to the AirCard. This may cause the AirCard to become
jammed inside the card slot.

Optimal signal strength is usually obtained when the antenna is perpendicular to the
modem. The antenna should bend easily at the hinge. Do not forcefully bend the
antenna.

When storing or transporting your PC in a case (such as a notebook case), remove the
AirCard antenna and store it in a compartment where it cannot be crushed or broken.

The AirCard should fit easily into your PC Card slot. Forcing the AirCard into a slot may
damage connector pins.

Protect the card from liquids, dust, and excessive heat. When not installed in your
computer, store the AirCard in a safe place.