1Safety PrecautionsBefore getting started, read the following important cautions.1. The PC 8175 does not come equipped with anoperating system. An operating system must be loaded firstbefore installing any software into the computer.2. Be sure to ground yourself to prevent static charge wheninstalling the internal components. Use a grounding wrist strapand place all electronic components in any static-shieldeddevices. Most electronic components are sensitive to staticelectrical charge.3. Disconnect the power cord from the PC 8175 before makingany installation. Be sure both the system and the externaldevices are turned OFF. Sudden surge of power couldruin sensitive components. Make sure thePC 8175 is properly grounded.4. The brightness of the flat panel display decreases with usage.However, hours of use vary depending on the applicationenvironment.5. Turn OFF the system power before cleaning. Clean thesystem using a cloth only. Do not spray any liquid cleanerdirectly onto the screen. The PC 8175 may come with or w/oa touch screen. Although the touch screen is chemicalresistant, it is recommended that you spray the liquid cleaneron a cloth first before wiping the screen. In case your systemcomes without the touch screen, you must follow the sameprocedure and not spray any cleaner on the flat panel directly.6. Avoid using sharp objects to operate the touch screen.Scratches on the touch screen may cause malfunction orinternal failure to the touch screen.7. The flat panel display is not susceptible to shock or vibration.When assembling the PC 8175, make sure it is securelyinstalled.