Travel tips, Traveling by air – Dell Inspiron 630m User Manual
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Shut down the computer.
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Disconnect the AC adapter.
NOTICE:
When the display is closed, extraneous items on the keyboard or palm rest could damage the
display.
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Remove any extraneous items, such as paper clips, pens, and paper, from the keyboard and
palm rest and close the display.
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Use the optional Dell™ carrying case to pack the computer and its accessories together safely.
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Avoid packing the computer with items such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food.
NOTICE:
If the computer has been exposed to extreme temperatures, allow it to acclimate to room
temperature for 1 hour before turning it on.
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Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from hazards such as extreme
temperatures and overexposure to sunlight, dirt, dust, or liquids.
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Pack the computer so that it does not slide around in the trunk of your car or in an overhead
storage compartment.
Travel Tips
NOTICE:
Do not move the computer while using the optical drive to prevent loss of data.
NOTICE:
Do not check the computer as baggage.
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Consider disabling wireless activity on your computer to maximize battery operating time. To
disable wireless activity, press
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Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time. See
"Power Management" on page 39.
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If you are the system setup program internationally, carry proof of ownership—or of your right
to use the computer if it is company-owned—to speed your passage through customs.
Investigate the customs regulations of the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring
an international carnet (also known as a merchandise passport) from your government.
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Find out what type of electrical outlets are used in the countries you will visit, and have
appropriate power adapters.
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Check with your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel
assistance it offers to users of portable computers.
Traveling by Air
NOTICE:
Do not walk the computer through a metal detector. Send the computer through an X-ray
machine or have it hand-inspected.
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Ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the
computer.
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