Care and Maintenance
If you use your LifeBook notebook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides
some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices.
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LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK
Caring for your LifeBook notebook
■Your LifeBook notebook is a durable but sensitive electronic device. Treat it with care.
■Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carrying case.
■Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation instructions closely.
■Keep it away from food and beverages.
■If you accidentally spill liquid on your notebook:
1.Turn it off.
2.Position it so that the liquid can run out.
3.Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.
4.If your notebook will not boot after it has dried out, call your support representative.
■Do not use your notebook in a wet environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool).
■Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for your notebook.
■Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.
■Do not expose your notebook to direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures above
140° F (60° C) may damage your notebook.
■Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots when they are not in use.
■Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.
■If you are carrying your notebook in a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure that there are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.
■Do not drop your notebook.
■Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.
Cleaning your LifeBook notebook
■Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not the cord.)
■Clean your notebook with a damp,
■Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen. Never use glass cleaners.
C a r e a n d M a i n t e n a n c e
Storing your LifeBook notebook
■If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn the notebook off, fully charge the battery, then remove and store all Lithium ion batteries.
■Store your notebook and batteries separately. If you store your notebook with a battery installed, the bat- tery will discharge, and battery life will be reduced. In addition, a faulty battery might damage the notebook.
■Store your notebook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between
Traveling with your LifeBook notebook
■Do not transport your notebook while it is turned on.
■Do not check your notebook as baggage. Carry it with you.
■When traveling with the hard drive removed, wrap the drive in a
■Take the necessary plug adapters if you're traveling overseas. Check the following diagram to determine which adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.
Outlet Type | Location |
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United States, Canada, Mexico, parts of Latin America, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan
Russia and the Commonwealth of
Independent States (CIS), most of
Europe, parts of Latin America, the
Middle East, parts of Africa, Hong
Kong, India, most of South Asia
United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia,
Singapore, parts of Africa
China, Australia, New Zealand
KEYBOARD
Caring for your Keyboard
The keyboard of your computer is a very sensitive instrument. It is made up of many switches that are activated when you press on the keys. The keyboard is a major component of the heat dissipation system in a notebook. Due to heat and size considerations the keyboard is not sealed. Because the keys are so close
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