Travel
T
i
ps
NOTICE:
Do
not move the computer while using the optical drive to prevent loss of
data.
NOTICE:
Do
not check the computer as
baggage.
•
Consider changing your power management options
to
maximize battery operating
time
(see
"Configuring
Power Management Settings" on page
33).
•
If
you are
traveling internationally, carry proof
of
ownership—or
of
your
right to
use
the
computer
if
it
is company-owned—to
speed your passage
through customs. Investigate
the
customs regulations
of
the
countries you plan
to
visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known
as a
merchandise passport
)
from
your
government.
•
Find out
what type
of
electrical outlets are used
in the
countries you
will
visit, and have
appropriate
power
adapters.
•
Check
with
your credit card company
for
information about the kinds
of
emergency travel assistance
it
offers
to
users
of
portable
computers.
Traveling by
Air
NOTICE:
Do
not walk the computer through
a
metal detector. Send the computer through an X-ray machine
or
have
it hand-inspected.
•
Ensure
that
you have a charged battery available
in
case you are asked
to turn
on
the computer.
•
Prior
to
entering the airplane, verify
that
using a
computer is permitted.
Some airlines forbid the use
of
electronic devices during
flight. All
airlines forbid
the
use
of
electronic devices during takeoff
and
landing.
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Traveling With Your
C
omput
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