Clearing CMOS Settings
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 61.
NOTE: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting.
2Reset the current CMOS settings:
a Locate the
NOTE: When you receive your computer, there is no jumper plug on the CMOS jumper.
bRemove the jumper plug from the password jumper (PSWD) pins 1 and 2.
cPlace the jumper plug on the CMOS jumper (RTCRST) pins 1 and 2 and wait approximately five seconds.
dRemove the jumper plug and replace it on the password jumper (PSWD) pins 1 and 2.
3Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 105).
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the computer.
4Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Cleaning Your Computer
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
CAUTION: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. Clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances.
•Use a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to gently remove dust from the slots and holes on your computer and from between the keys on the keyboard.
NOTICE: Do not wipe the display screen with any soap or alcohol solution. Doing so may damage the antiglare coating.
•To clean your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special
•Wipe the keyboard, computer, and plastic part of the monitor with a soft cleaning cloth moistened with a solution of three parts water and one part dishwashing detergent.
Do not soak the cloth or let water drip inside your computer or keyboard.
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