IOGear GHD335C250 - Manual (Page 36)

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Care & Handling
Your IOGEAR® storage device is a high performance FireWire® 400/Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Hard Drive (ION™ Drive). The head
that reads the information on the disk is a fragile piece of technology. Therefore, care must be taken not to bump the ION™
Drive while it is operating. Please do not bump the ION™ Drive excessively when the drive is turned off.
To insure maximum reliability of the ION™ Drive, please follow the guidelines listed below:
(Remember: We wouldn’t say it if someone hadn’t tried it!)
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DO NOT block the air circulation around the drive.
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DO NOT move or bump the drive while it is operating.
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DO NOT open the drive case for it will VOID your WARRANTY.
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Keep all cables out of isles and off desktops where they can be hooked and pulled.
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Keep the drive firmly secured in the shipping container when shipping the drive.
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DO NOT cover any vents, make sure they are clear of debris.
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Keep the environment around the drive clean and free of excessive dust and chemicals.
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Use a damp cloth to clean the drive. NEVER put cleansers directly on the drive case.
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Use surge protectors with the drive.
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DO NOT expose the ION™ Drive to extreme temperatures.
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DO NOT expose the ION™ Drive to direct sun light for extended periods of time.
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DO NOT get the ION™ Drive wet.
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DO NOT place the ION™ Drive in an area with an excessive amount of dirt.