Bretford MDMLAP30 Computer Accessories User Manual


 
Removable Cord
Management panels let IT
Coordinator wrap cable sets at a desk.
No more kneeling or bending behind the
cart organizing the power cords.
Cord Winder
on the side panel
provides easy access
up high, so that the
cord does not get
crimped under the
wheel
Directional Locking
Casters can be locked as a
rigid caster for easy rolling down
the hallway, or unlocked to swivel
for easily getting into tight spaces.
Security provided by dual-locking handles
built right into the steel constructed doors
Front View
Back View
MDM Laptop Cart
USER GUIDE
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MDMLAP30
MDMLAP30BP
30 Laptop Computers in Vertical Slots
Cable Management System … Done at your Desk!
Typically, every laptop computer comes with 12 feet of cable, plus the adapter 12 x 30 = 360 feet of cable that has to go somewhere
How Does a Laptop Computer Manage Heat?
To manage the heat stress of the battery, computer engineers include
sophisticated battery management functions in the design of the computers.
They can be found in two places: the external charger & internal to the
notebook computer itself. The transformer converts the alternating current
from the wall socket to a lower voltage direct current. Besides charging the
notebook’s battery these “bricks” as they’re sometimes called, can supply
enough electricity to operate the laptop and charge the battery
simultaneously.
Deep inside the computer a dedicated microcircuit continuously monitors
and manages the charging current, voltage and temperature of the battery. If
the temperature of the battery exceeds limits, the microcircuit will stop
charging the battery until the temperature drops to acceptable levels.
ELECTRICAL: Avoid sparks. Avoid arcing Always turn OFF the power to the cart before plugging IN or OUT!
ELECTRICAL: For Safety Purposes, make sure all electrical components do not exceed the the maximum load rating of 12 amps.
ELECTRICAL: Risk of electrical shock. Do not plug the power cord into another extension cord or relocatable power tap.
ELECTRICAL: The power strips inside the laptop cart are only for charging laptop computers. Any other use may cause an
overload for the Power Management System, causing the Power Manager to shutdown. To reset the “Power Manager”, turn off the
main power switch, unplug the non-laptop device, then turn the main switch back on.
CAUTION: Be sure each laptop computer is turned OFF before plugging into the cart..
CAUTION: Do Not block the ventilation holes on the cart. Proper air flow is required for safe operation of equipment.
CAUTION: Cart with computers should be kept in a room with a maximum temperature not to exceed 77° F or 25° C.
CAUTION: Maximum weight of accessories on top of cabinet is 25 pounds.
CAUTION: Avoid loading equipment in the cart in a uneven fashion. Uneven weight distribution could cause a hazardous condition.
Keeping the battery cooler while charging allows the battery to charge faster.
Laser-Cut ID Numbers
in both front & back help keep
computers and their cable sets in
the right place and make it easy to
identify if something is missing.
You know from personal experience the value of keeping your closet neat and organized. You know exactly where everything is when you open the door. So Bretford developed a closet for all the
cords and cables associated with the laptop computers.
Your MDM Laptop Cart has its own Cable Clutter Closet – a lockable compartment at the back of the cart especially designed to keep all the cables away from the computers and from students
retrieving the computers from the front of the cart.
The “Desktop” Cord Management system allows the IT Coordinator to organize the computer cord sets while seated at a table. No more bending or kneeling behind the cart!!
The interior Divider Panel separates the cart so that 75% of the cart is dedicated to the computers in the front and 25% is dedicated to cables and power adapters in the back. Holes in the Divider
Panel allow the computer connector cables to pass thru and be easily connected to the computers for charging.
By separating the computer from its power adapter, you minimize the amount of heat beside the computer battery, allowing it to charge at a lower temperature. Cooler temperatures allow the battery
to charge faster.
The Divider Panel also protects your technology investment; even if access is gained through the back panel the computers in the front compartment are secure.
Comes with Laser Cut ID Numbers for quickly matching computers with their cord sets.
A place for everything, and everything in its place.
Power Manager
keeps the constant flow
of power from a single
wall outlet charging
batteries where needed.
Dual Handle Design
Allows both teachers and
students to push and pull the
cart easily and safely.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Organize Your Cords
Unpack the Laptop Computers, being careful to keep each computer with its matching cord set.
Remove the six steel panels that are hooked into the back of the cart.
Thread the Velcro straps through the slots on the panel, tacky side out.
Bundle the cords and lay them on one side of the adapter leaving approximately 16” of the cord that plugs into the computer and
3” of the cord that plugs into the power strip.
Place the bundled cord set between one of the Velcro straps and secure to the panel by running one end of the strap through the
buckle and cinching it tight against itself.
When all five cord and adapter sets have been secured to a panel, lock it into the Divider Panel using the four slots above each
power strip.
Pass the cords through the holes in the divider and place them in the cable management channel above each storage slot.
Thread the end of the cord through the cut-out at end of the channel to hold it in place.
Plug the other end of the cord set into the outlet in the power strip directly below the panel.