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Please follow the precautions listed below. Failure to so do may result 
in damage to the device, loss of data, and voiding of the warranty.
• If using this device for general-purpose storage, we strongly recommend 
that you backup the files stored on the device. Toshiba is not responsible 
for data loss or corruption; nor will Toshiba perform recovery of lost 
data or files.
• Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or modify the device. 
• Do not expose the device to damp or wet conditions. 
• Never place containers of liquids on the device. This can damage 
the device and increase the risk of electric shock, short-circuiting, 
fire, or personal injury.
• If the device has a three-prong plug, never plug the device into 
a two-prong outlet.
• Do not expose this device to temperatures outside the range of  
5°C to 35°C when the device is in operation, and -20ºC to 60ºC 
when not in operation.
• Do not use a third-party AC adapter or power cord.
• Do not bump, jar or drop the device.
• Do not stand the device in a way not described in this guide.
• Do not disconnect any cables, while the device is powered on, 
without first unmounting the device.
Precautions