Cleaning the computer vents
Air vents keep the computer and monitor cool. To maintain efficient air flow, keep these vents clean by using a small
1Run the vacuum over the vents in the computer case and the monitor case.
2Remove any debris that has accumulated in and around the computer connectors (for example, the Ethernet and USB connectors).
Cleaning the keyboard and mouse
When cleaning the keyboard keys, use a low setting on the
1Vacuum between the keys of the keyboard and along the grooves.
2Use a clean, dry cloth and isopropyl alcohol to clean buildup on the keyboard keys and along its edges.
3Wipe the body of the mouse and the mouse cord with cleaning wipes or a cloth and cleanser.
If you have a roller ball mouse, clean the ball and rollers inside:
1Turn the mouse upside down.
2Rotate the
3Rinse the roller ball with soap and warm water.
4Clean the rollers inside the mouse with a cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol.
5After the roller ball and rollers are completely dry, replace the ball and
System Recovery
System recovery completely erases and reformats the hard disk drive, deleting all data files you have created. System recovery reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. However, you must reinstall any software that was not installed on the computer at the factory. This includes software that came on CDs included in the computer accessory box, and software programs you installed after purchase.
You must choose one of the following methods to perform a system recovery:
Recovery Image — Run the system recovery from a recovery image stored on your hard disk drive. The recovery image is a file that contains a copy of the original
NOTE: The recovery image uses a portion of the hard disk drive that cannot be used for data storage.
Recovery Discs — Run the system recovery from a set of recovery discs that you create from files stored on your hard disk drive. To create recovery discs, see the next section.
50Getting Started (features vary by model)
