51EnglishPreparing the computerPrepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Make sure that the batteryin the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on yourcomputer when carrying it into the gate area.What to take with youTake the following items with you:• AC adapter• Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s)• Acer MediaBay battery pack• Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printerSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow theseguidelines to protect your computer while traveling:• Always take the computer as carry-on luggage.• If possible, have the computer inspected by hand. Airport security X-raymachines are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector.• Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand-held metal detectors.Traveling internationally with the computerWhen you are moving from country to country.Preparing the computerPrepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling.What to bring with youBring the following items with you:• AC adapter• Power cords that are appropriate for the country to which youare traveling• Spare, fully-charged battery packs• Acer MediaBay battery packs• Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer
