quick start manual

Getting Started

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WarninG

See the Important Safety and Product Information on

page 10 for product warnings and

other important information.

Download the latest owner’s manual at www.garminasus.com

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Device Features

Power key

Volume keys

Power connector for navigation cradle

Camera key

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Mini-USB connector Direction pad nüvifone A50 Quick Start Manual

Setting Up the Device

1. Remove the battery cover.

2. Install the SIM card.

3. Install the microSD ™ card (optional).

4. Install the battery. See

page 3

.

5. Replace the battery cover. See

page 4

.

6. Charge the battery. See

page 4

.

7. Register the device and check eligibility

for a free map update. See page 4 .

removing the Battery Cover

Slide the battery cover off the back of the device.

Battery cover

installing the SiM Card

Insert the SIM card in the holder with the gold contacts facing down and the notched corner toward the center of the device.

microSD card

SIM card

installing the microSD Card

You can use an optional microSD card to hold more data.

Insert the microSD card in the microSD slot with the gold contacts facing down.

installing the Battery

1. Locate the battery that came in the product box.

2. Locate the metal contacts on the end of the battery and in the battery compartment.

3. Insert the battery with the Garmin‑Asus logo facing up, and the metal contacts on the battery aligned with the contacts in the battery compartment.

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Battery

replacing the Battery Cover

Slide the battery cover onto the back of the device until it clicks.

Charging the Battery

Notice

Your device will not charge if it has exceeded 140°F (60°C). If the device is mounted in the windshield, remove it from the mount and place it somewhere out of direct sunlight to allow the battery to charge.

Charge the battery for at least four hours before using the device for the first time.

1. Insert the plug into the AC power adapter, if necessary.

2. Plug the USB cable into the AC adapter.

3. Connect the mini‑USB end of the USB cable to the connector on the bottom of the device.

4. Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet.

If you completely discharge the battery, recharge it for at least 20 minutes before turning on your device.

registering the Device

1. Go to http://my.garmin.com

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2. Click Register.

3. Follow the on‑screen instructions to register the device.

After registering, open the myMaps tab to see if you are eligible for one or more free map updates.

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Mounting Your Device

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WarninG

This product contains a lithium‑ion battery.

To prevent the possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by battery exposure to extreme heat, remove the device from the vehicle when exiting or store it out of direct sunlight.

Cradle Suction cup arm

4. Place the suction cup on the windshield.

5. Flip the lever back, toward the windshield.

6. Snap the cradle onto the suction cup arm.

7. Fit the gold contacts on the left side of your device into the cradle.

8. Tilt the device back until it snaps into the cradle.

9. Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into a power outlet in your vehicle.

Lever

Vehicle power cable

1. Plug the vehicle power cable into the power connector on the back of the cradle.

2. Remove the clear plastic from the suction cup.

3. Clean and dry your windshield and the suction cup with a lint‑free cloth.

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Getting to Know Your

Device

Using the Home Screen

➊

➌

➍

➋

➎

➊

Status bar. Displays notification icons and status icons, and the current time.

Touch and drag down to view.

➋

Application tray. Touch a shortcut to start an application. Touch and drag the bar to scroll through shortcuts.

➌

Touch to place a phone call and access contacts.

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➍

Touch to find and navigate to a location.

➎

Touch to view the map.

about the Keys

Key Use

Touch to open the phone.

Touch to send a call.

Volume up and down

Touch to return to the Home screen.

Touch and hold to open the

Widgets.

Touch to go back to the previous screen or to exit the current application.

Touch to view a menu of options for the current screen or application.

Press to increase or decrease the audio level.

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Direction pad

Press up, down, left, or right to highlight items or to scroll through lists.

Press the center of the directional pad to select a highlighted item.

Camera Press to take a picture.

Press to take a screenshot, when enabled.

Using the application Tray

The application tray contains shortcuts for the applications on the device. The first row or column of shortcuts is always visible on the Home screen.

• Scroll the application tray up and down to view more shortcuts.

• Touch and drag the application tray toward the opposite side of the screen.

The application tray expands, and a second section of shortcuts appears.

Using the Phone

Dialing a number

1. Touch > .

Tip: You can also open the phone application by touching Call From the

Home screen.

2. Dial the number.

3. Touch .

adding a Contact

1. From the application tray, touch

Contacts > .

2. Touch an item.

3. Enter the information

4. Touch Done > Save.

adding a number to Contacts

1. Touch > .

2. Touch a call.

3. Touch > Add to Contacts > Name.

4. Enter a name, and touch Done.

5. Touch Save.

Calling a Contact

1. Touch > .

2. Select a contact.

3. Touch Call.

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4. If the contact has more than one phone number, touch the phone number to call.

Using in-Call Options

While you are in a call, use the following options:

• Touch Speakerphone to activate the speakerphone.

• Touch Audio to select audio output.

Available when a wireless hands‑free is connected.

• Touch Mute to mute the audio input.

• Touch Add Call to place a new call.

The first call is placed on hold:

◦ Touch Switch to change between the current call and the call on hold, if you are on call waiting.

◦ Touch Merge to create a conference call.

◦ Touch Hold to place the current call on hold.

• Touch to display a numeric keypad for automated systems that require numeric entries.

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Ending a Call

Touch End Call.

receiving a Call

• Touch Answer to answer the call, or touch Ignore to ignore the call.

• To answer a call when the screen is locked, double‑tap .

• To ignore a call when the screen is locked, press the power key.

Setting Up Voice Mail

1. From the application tray, touch

Settings > phone > Voice Mail

Number.

2. Verify that your voice mail number is correct.

3. Touch > > .

4. Follow the prompts.

Calling Voice Mail

When you have new voice mail, appears in the status bar.

1. Touch and drag the status bar toward the bottom of the screen.

Tip: You can also touch > >

to call your voice mail.

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2. Touch New Voice Mail.

Searching for Locations

The Where To? menu provides several different categories you can use to search for locations and destinations.

NoTE: Before you can navigate with your device, you must acquire satellites.

Finding a Point of interest

The detailed maps loaded in your device contain points of interest, such as restaurants, hotels, and auto services.

Finding by Category

1. From the Home screen, touch Where

To? > points of interest.

2. Touch a category.

3. Touch a subcategory, if necessary.

4. Touch an item.

➋

➌

➊

➍

➏

➐

➎

➊

Touch to view the other locations in the search results list on the map.

➋

Touch to view the map in 3D mode.

Touch again to view the 2D map.

➌

Touch to rotate the map.

➍

Touch to zoom in and out of the map.

➎

Touch to view additional details, such as the address and the phone number, if known.

➏

Touch to create a route to the location.

➐

Touch to dial the phone number of the location, if available.

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important Safety and

Product information

For updates to the safety and product information, see the most recent owner’s manual.



WarninG

Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury.

installation and Operation

Warnings

• When installing the device in a vehicle, place the device securely so it does not obstruct the driver’s view of the road or interfere with vehicle operating controls, such as the steering wheel, the foot pedals, or the transmission levers.

Do not place the device in front of or above any airbag. (See diagram.)

◦ Do not mount where the driver’s field of vision is blocked.

◦ Do not mount in front of an airbag field of deployment.

• The windshield mount may not stay attached to the windshield in all circumstances. Do not place the mount where it will become a distraction if the mount should become detached. Keep your windshield clean to help ensure that the mount stays on the windshield.

• Always use your best judgement, and operate the vehicle in a safe manner.

Do not become distracted by the device while driving, and always be

fully aware of all driving conditions.

Minimize the amount of time spent viewing the device screen while driving, and use voice prompts when possible.

• Do not send text messages, input destinations, change settings, or access any other functions requiring prolonged use of the device controls while driving.

Pull over in a safe and legal manner before attempting such operations.

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◦ Do not place unsecured on the vehicle dashboard.

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navigation Warnings

• When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the device to all available navigation sources, including road signs, road closures, road conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions, and other factors that may affect safety while driving. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies before continuing navigation, and defer to posted road signs and road conditions.

• The device is designed to provide route suggestions. It is not a replacement for driver attentiveness and good judgement. Do not follow route suggestions if they suggest an unsafe or illegal maneuver or would place the vehicle in an unsafe situation.

Battery Warnings

If these guidelines are not followed, the internal lithium‑ion battery may experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage to the GPS device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury.

• Do not leave the device exposed to a heat source or in a high temperature nüvifone A50 Quick Start Manual location, such as in the sun in an unattended vehicle. To prevent damage, remove the device from the vehicle or store it out of direct sunlight, such as in the glove box.

• Do not puncture or incinerate the device or battery.

• When storing the device for an extended time, store within the following temperature range: from ‑4°F to 158°F (from ‑20°C to 70°C).

• Do not operate the device outside of the following temperature range: from 5°F to 104°F (from ‑15°C to 40°C).

• Contact your local waste disposal department to dispose of the device/ battery in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations.

• Do not use a sharp object to remove the battery.

• Keep the battery away from children.

• Do not disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery.

• If using an AC charger or an external battery charger, only use the accessory approved for your product.

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• Only replace the battery with the correct replacement battery. Using another battery presents a risk of fire or explosion. To purchase a replacement battery, see your Garmin or ASUS dealer or the Garmin‑Asus Web site.

• Do not remove or attempt to remove the non‑user‑replaceable battery.

Pacemakers and Other Medical

Devices

Studies have shown that there may be a potential interaction between mobile devices and normal pacemaker operation.

The pacemaker industry recommends that people with pacemakers follow these guidelines to minimize any risk of interference with pacemaker operation:

• Always maintain a distance of 6 inches

(15 cm) between the pacemaker and any mobile device that is turned on.

• Store the device on the opposite side of the pacemaker. Do not carry the device in a breast pocket.

• Use the ear furthest from the pacemaker in order to minimize any potential for interference.

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• If you think that interference may be occurring, turn off the device immediately.

• For other medical devices, consult with your physician or the manufacturer to determine if your mobile device may interfere with the medical device, and to determine any precautions that you can take to avoid interference.

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CaUTiOn avoiding Hearing Damage

You can permanently damage your ears and lose hearing if you listen to the device, earbuds, or headphones at high volume.

The volume is typically too loud if you cannot hear people speaking around you.

Limit the amount of time you listen at high volume. If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing checked.

avoiding repetitive Motion

You may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body if you perform repetitive activities, such as typing, on the mobile device. Take frequent breaks. If you nüvifone A50 Quick Start Manual

have discomfort while or after using the device, stop using it and see a physician.

avoiding Seizures, Blackouts, and Eyestrain

A very small percentage of people can experience seizures or blackouts caused by light flashes or patterns, such as while watching videos or playing games. If you have experienced, or have a family history of, seizures or blackouts, consult a physician before playing games or watching videos on your device.

Avoid prolonged use of and take frequent breaks from using the device. Hold the device away from your eyes. Use the device in a well‑lit room. If you experience convulsions, eye or muscle twitching, loss of awareness, involuntary movement, or disorientation, stop using the device use and consult a physician.

Notice notice to Customers in the

European Union

Use of 2.4 GHz Wi‑Fi transmitters is currently restricted in certain European nüvifone A50 Quick Start Manual countries due to specific radio frequency legislation. You must check the local regulations in all European countries in which you intend to use the Wi‑Fi radio to ensure the legality of use. You accept full responsibility for complying with all such laws and regulations applicable in your particular country of operation.

The following countries have restrictions on certain uses of 2.4 GHz Wi‑Fi products:

France: This product may be used indoors on any available Wi‑Fi channel (channels

1–11). If used outdoors, however, the usage must be limited to the channels operating between 2400 MHz and 2454 MHz

(channels 1–7).

italy: This product may be used indoors on any available Wi‑Fi channel (channels

1–11). However, Italy requires general authorization for outdoor use of this product if used outside the boundaries of the owner’s property.

Latvia: This product may be used indoors on any available Wi‑Fi channel (channels

1–11). However, Latvia requires a license for outdoor use of this product.

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Map Data information

Garmin and ASUS use a combination of governmental and private data sources.

Virtually all data sources contain some inaccurate or incomplete data. In some countries, complete and accurate map information is either not available or is prohibitively expensive.

information about recycling and WEEE

Information about the recycling programs for Garmin and ASUS, and WEEE compliance can be found at www

.garminasus.com

.

information about roHS and rEaCH

Information about RoHS and REACH for

Garmin‑Asus products can be found at www.garminasus.com

.

Hearing aid Compatibility

(HaC)

Digital wireless phones have the potential to interfere with certain hearing aids.

A rating system has been developed to aid consumers in picking compatible devices. The M rating is a general measure

14 of compatibility. The T rating, if used, measures the compatibility of the phone specifically for T‑Coil devices. Consumers should pick a device with minimum ratings of 3 (M3 rating or M3T3 rating). Higher numbers indicate better compatibility. This device is rated M3T3.

When using a phone with a hearing aid, you may need to experiment with phone placement near your ear to ensure optimum compatibility. If interference is experienced, contact your hearing aid manufacturer for advice or information on alternatives.

radio Frequency Exposure/

Specific absorption rate

This device is a transmitter and receiver that uses its antenna to send and receive low levels of radio frequency (RF) energy for voice and data communications. The cellular antenna is located along the bottom edge of the rear of the phone. The Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth antenna is located between the volume keys and the camera on the rear of the phone.

This device must not be co‑located or operated in conjunction with any other nüvifone A50 Quick Start Manual

transmitter or antenna.

Regular review of scientific research and studies has led to the formation of international safety guidelines and regulations regarding limiting exposure to this RF energy. This product emits

RF energy below the published limits when operating in its maximum output power mode and when used with Garmin authorized accessories. These guidelines use a unit of measurement known as the specific absorption rate, SAR. The SAR limit applicable to this device set by the

FCC is 1.6 watts per kilogram (W/kg), 1.6

W/kg by Industry Canada, and 2.0 W/kg by the Council of the European Union.

To comply with FCC, and European RF exposure compliance requirements, the device should be used in its automobile mount or with Garmin authorized belt clips and holsters only. Use with other third party accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC, EU, or other local RF exposure requirements. The actual measured values are as follows: nüvifone A50 Quick Start Manual

Band

GSM 850

GSM 900

GSM 1800

GSM 1900

Position Sar (W/kg)

Head 0.483

Body 0.908

Head

Head

Head

Body

0.384

0.205

0.466

0.601

Head

Body

0.714

0.645

FDD

(WCDMA)

Band IV

FDD

(WCDMA)

Band I

802.11b/g

(Wi-Fi)

Head

Head

0.572

0.031

Body 0.016

industry Canada Compliance

Category I radiocommunication devices comply with Industry Canada Standard

RSS‑210. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES‑003.

Ce dispotif de radiocommunication de catégorie I respecte la norme CNR‑210 d’Industrie Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme

NMB‑003 du Canada.

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iC radiation Exposure

Statement

This device is in compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits in IC RSS‑102 and has been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in IEEE

1528. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum separation distance of 1.5 cm between the device and your body.

The device and its antenna must not be co‑ located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Declaration of Conformity

Hereby, ASUSTek Computer, Inc, declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The

Declaration of Conformity may be obtained at www.garminasus.com

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Equipment Use

This device is for use worldwide, including the following countries: AT, BE, BG, CH,

CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR,

HU, IE, IS, IT, LI, LT, LU, LV, MT, NL,

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NO, PL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK, TR.

Limited Warranty

This Garmin‑Asus product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use per the terms outlined herein for the term of

1 year starting from the date of retail purchase by the original end‑user purchaser

(collectively the “Warranty Period”).

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT AFFECT

YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS.

Within the relevant Warranty Period,

Garmin and/or ASUSTeK Computer, Inc.

(“Asus”) will, at its sole option, either repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost. A replacement product or part assumes the remaining Warranty

Period of the original product or ninety (90) days from the date of replacement or repair, whichever provides longer coverage for you. When a product or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item becomes nüvifone A50 Quick Start Manual

Garmin’s or Asus’ property as the case may be.

Exclusions and Limitations

This Limited Warranty applies only to the hardware product manufactured by or for Garmin or Asus that can be identified by the Garmin‑Asus logo affixed to it.

Software distributed by Garmin or Asus with or as part of the product (including system software) is not covered under this

Limited Warranty and is instead covered by the accompanying End User License

Agreement.

Neither Garmin nor Asus warrants that the operation of the product will be uninterrupted or error‑free, nor is Garmin or Asus responsible for damage arising from failure to follow product instructions.

In addition, this warranty does not apply to: (i) cosmetic damage, such as scratches, nicks and dents; (ii) consumable parts, such as batteries, unless product damage has occurred due to a defect in materials or workmanship; (iii) damage caused by use of the product with non Garmin‑Asus products; (iv) damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, water, flood, fire, or other nüvifone A50 Quick Start Manual acts of nature or external causes; (v) damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not an authorized service provider of Garmin or Asus; or (iv) damage to a product that has been modified or altered without the written permission of

Garmin or Asus.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT

PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW,

THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES

CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE

AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER

WARRANTIES, WHETHER ORAL,

WRITTEN, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR

STATUTORY, INCLUDING, WITHOUT

LIMITATION, ANY LIABILITY

ARISING UNDER ANY WARRANTY

OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN

NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN OR

ASUS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT,

SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT,

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,

WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE

USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO USE

THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS

IN THE PRODUCT OR FROM ANY

BREACH OF WARRANTY OR OTHER

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LEGAL THEORY.

Some states, provinces or countries do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary by country, state or province. This limited warranty is governed by and construed under the laws of the country in which the product purchase took place. If any term is held to be illegal or unenforceable, the legality or enforceability of the remaining terms shall remain valid and shall not be affected.

Garmin and/or Asus retains the exclusive right to repair, have repaired or replace

(with a new or newly‑overhauled replacement product) the product or component parts or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion.

SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR

SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR

ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY. When a refund is given, the product for which the refund is provided must be returned to

Garmin or Asus and becomes Garmin‑Asus

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obtaining Warranty Service

To obtain warranty service go to www

.garminasus.com/support/warranty for specific instructions on where and how to return your Garmin‑Asus product for warranty service if it is still eligible for warranty coverage. Garmin‑Asus may restrict warranty service to the country in which Garmin‑Asus or its authorized dealers originally sold the product. An original or copy of the product sales receipt from the original retailer is required to obtain warranty service. online Auction purchases

Products sold through online auctions are not eligible for warranty coverage or protection from Garmin and/or Asus.

Online auction confirmations are not accepted for warranty verification. The combined Garmin‑Asus logo is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. and ASUSTeK Computer,

Inc.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with part 15 of the

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the nüvifone A50 Quick Start Manual

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and may cause harmful interference to radio communications if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the

GPS unit.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This product does not contain any user‑serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made by an authorized Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15 regulations.

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The combined Garmin-Asus logo is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. and

ASUSTeK Computer, Inc.

Garmin is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. nüvifone ™ is a trademark of Garmin

Ltd. or its subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin.

microSD ™ is a trademark of SanDisk or its subsidiaries.

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© 2010 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries and ASUSTeK Computer, Inc.

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