Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer

Caring for your computer

To extend the life of your computer:

■When transporting your computer, we recommend that you put it in the original packaging materials.

■Keep diskettes and your computer away from magnetic fields. Magnetic fields can erase data on both diskettes and hard drives.

■Avoid subjecting your computer to extreme temperature changes.

■Keep all liquids away from your computer. When spilled onto computer components, almost any liquid can result in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty.

■Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. Dust and dirt can clog the internal mechanisms.

■Do not block the ventilation fan.

■When storing your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power.

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