Gateway GT4015H manual Setting up a maintenance schedule, Maintenance task Monthl When See Needed

CHAPTER 10: Maintaining Your Computer www.gateway.com

Setting up a maintenance schedule

Use the following table to set up a regular maintenance schedule.

Maintenance task	Monthl	When	See...
	y	needed
Check for viruses	X	X	page 61
Update Windows XP	X	X	page 66
Manage hard drive space		X	page 119
Clean up hard drives	X	X	page 122
Scan hard drive for errors	X	X	page 122
Defragment hard drive	X	X	page 123
Back up files	X	X	page 124
Clean computer case and peripheral		X	page 119
devices

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 your computer away from magnetic fields. Magnetic fields can erase data on 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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