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Safety & General Use
Safety Precautions
The G-CONNECT device’s Limited Warranty may be void as a result of the failure to respect the
precautions listed here. If you detect a problem with your drive, please contact our Technical
Support department at
g-technology.com/support/g-connect/.
If the G-CONNECT product is returned with damage caused by improper handling, the Limited
Warranty will be void and liability will rest with the user. Please read our
Limited Warranty
section
of this document.
• Servicing: Your G-CONNECT device contains no user-serviceable parts. If it appears to be
malfunctioning, have it inspected by a qualied Technical Support representative.
• Moisture: Do not place the G-CONNECT device near moisture or liquids. To reduce the
risk of damage, do not expose this device to rain or moisture. Do not use it in damp or wet
conditions. Never place objects containing liquids on the device as they may spill into its
openings.
•
Ventilation: Place the G-CONNECT device in a ventilated area. The device should never be
placed near or over a radiator or heat source.
• Temperature: Do not expose the G-CONNECT device to temperatures outside the range of
5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F); or to operational humidity beyond 5-80%, non-condensing, or non-
operating humidity beyond 10-90%, non-condensing. Avoid placing your device near a source
of heat, or exposing it to sunlight (even through a window), or in
an environment that is too cold or humid.
• Physical Damage: Do not place heavy objects on the G-CONNECT. Never use excessive force
on your G-CONNECT.
Backing Up Your Data
The G-CONNECT is a delicate electronic device and is susceptible to damage due to excessive
physical shock. Under no circumstances will HGST be held liable for the recovery or restoration
of lost data.
Any loss, corruption or destruction of data while using the G-CONNECT is the sole responsibility
of the user.