21Handling and MaintenanceOperation Environmentz Place the tablet computer on a flat stablesurface. Do not place the tablet computer uprightor turn it over. If the tablet computer is exposedto an extremely strong impact, it may becomedamaged.z Temperature : Operation : -10 °C to 50 °C(IEC60068-2-1, 2) *1Storage : -20 °C to 60 °CHumidity : Operation : 30% to 80% RH (Nocondensation)Storage : 30% to 90% RH (No condensation)Even within the above temperature/humidityranges, using for a long time in an extremeenvironment will result in the productdeterioration and will shorten the product life.*1 Do not expose the skin to this product whenusing the product in a hot or cold environment.(è page 3)If the tablet computer is wet in temperaturesof 0 °C or below, freeze damage may occur.Make sure to dry off the tablet computer in suchtemperatures.z Do not place the tablet computer in the followingareas, otherwise the computer may be damaged.• Near electronic equipment. Image distortion ornoise may occur.• In extremely high or low temperature.z As this tablet computer can become hot duringoperation, keep it away from items that aresensitive to heat.Handling CautionsThe tablet computer is designed to minimize shockto parts such as the LCD and the flash memorydrive, but no warranty is provided against anytrouble caused by shock. Be extremely carefulwhen handling the tablet computer.z When carrying the tablet computer :• Turn off the tablet computer.• Remove all external devices, cables and otherprotruding objects.• Do not drop or hit the tablet computer againstsolid objects.• Do not grip the display part.z When you board an airplane, take the tabletcomputer with you and never put it in yourchecked luggage. When using the tabletcomputer on airplane, follow the airline’sinstructions.z Use only the included digitizer pen or finger totouch the touchscreen. Do not place any objecton its surface and do not press down stronglywith sharp-pointed or hard objects that mayleave marks (e.g., nails, pencils and ball pointpens).z Do not use the touchscreen when dust or dirt(e.g., oil) is on the screen. Otherwise foreignparticles on the screen/digitizer pen can scratchthe screen surface or obstruct the digitizer penoperation.z Use the digitizer pen only for touching thescreen. Using it for any other purpose maydamage the digitizer pen and result in scratcheson the screen.When Using Peripheral DevicesFollow these instructions and the ReferenceManual to avoid any damage to the devices.Carefully read the instruction manuals of theperipheral devices.z Use the peripheral devices conforming to thetablet computer’s specifications.z Connect to the connectors in the correctdirection.z If it is hard to insert, do not try forcibly but checkthe tablet computer’s shape, direction, alignmentof pins, etc.z Remove the cables when you carry the tabletcomputer. Do not pull the cables forcibly.Preventing The Tablet Computerfrom Unauthorized Use viaWireless NetworksWireless WAN>z Before using wireless LAN/Bluetooth/WirelessWAN, make the appropriate security settingssuch as data encryption.Useful Information