Freecom FHD-XS - Manual (Page 5)

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General Information
Precautionary measures
To ensure that your Freecom FHD-XS functions properly, please take note of the
following precautions. If these are not followed, you may void your warranty
and damage the FHD-XS.
• Safely remove the FHD-XS via your operating system (the "unplug or eject
hardware" option in the Windows taskbar) before disconnecting the Cable.
Failing to do so may result in data loss.
• Do not drop the Freecom FHD-XS or expose it to other kinds of sudden
mechanical shocks as this may result in data loss and damage to the hard
drive.
• Do not use the Freecom FHD-XS when the ambient temperature is below
10°C or above 45°C.
• If the Freecom FHD-XS is moved from a cool environment to a warmer
environment, please allow the drive to acclimatize to the ambient tempera-
ture before operating the device. Failing to do so may lead to condensation
within the drive enclosure, which in turn may cause the drive to malfunction.
• Do not place liquids or drinks on the FHD-XS. When liquids are spilled and get
in contact with the electronics within the drive enclosure, it will damage the
drive and will cause the drive to malfunction.
• Do not use the FHD-XS in a dusty environment. Dust inside the enclosure may
damage the internal electronics and result in drive malfunction.
• Opening the FHD-XS will void the warranty.
• Since USB 2.0 is backwards compatible with USB 1.1, the FHD-XS can be
connected to all USB ports. When connected to a USB 1.1 port, however, the
performance (data transfer rate) of the FHD-XS will be much lower than
when the drive is connected to a USB 2.0 port.