Compaq 267637-001 manual Monitoring Notebook Temperature, Cleaning Your Notebook

Maintenance, Shipping and Travel

■If the notebook will not be used for a week or more, shut it down.

■If the notebook will be disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks:

❏Shut down the notebook.

❏Remove all battery packs and store them in a cool, dry place.

For detailed shut down procedures, refer to the Hardware Guide on this CD.

Monitoring Notebook Temperature

Your notebook is designed to run demanding applications that require PC Cards, CD-ROM drives, and large amounts of RAM, while maintaining full processor performance. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal for the computer to feel warm or hot when being used for extended periods.

The notebook complies with international safety standards for temperatures of user-accessible surfaces. For more information about operating temperatures, refer to the Hardware Guide on this CD.

Cleaning Your Notebook

ÅWARNING: Always disconnect the power from your notebook and disconnect peripherals before attempting to clean your notebook or any of its components.

ÄCAUTION: Do not spray liquids on your notebook, display, or keyboard. Liquids and household solvents can permanently damage your notebook’s finish and interior components.

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