viiiEnglishOperating environmentWarning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radiotransmitting devices when using your laptop under the followingconditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to:wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G.Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and alwaysswitch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may causeinterference or danger. Use the device only in its normal operating positions.This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally, and it and itsantenna are positioned at least 1.5 centimeters (5/8 inches) away from yourbody. It should not contain metal and you should position the device the above-stated distance from your body. To successfully transmit data files or messages,this device requires a good quality connection to the network. In some cases,transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection isavailable. Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followeduntil the transmission is completed. Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallicmaterials may be attracted to the device, and persons with hearing aids shouldnot hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid. Do not place credit cards orother magnetic storage media near the device, because information stored onthem may be erased.Medical devicesOperation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, mayinterfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices.Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine ifthey are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have anyquestions. Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulationsposted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilitiesmay be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions.Pacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separationof 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between wireless devices and apacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. Theserecommendations are consistent with the independent research by andrecommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakersshould do the following:• Always keep the device more than 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) from thepacemaker• Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on. If you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it.Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearingaids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider.
