GETTING STARTED

User's Manual

❑Seating and posture

❑Lighting

❑Work habits

General conditions

In general, if you are comfortable, so is your computer, but read the following to make sure your work site provides a proper environment.

❑Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventilation.

❑Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the computer and easily accessible.

❑The temperature should be 5 C to 35 C (41 F to 95 F) and the relative humidity should be 20 to 80 percent.

❑Avoid areas where rapid or extreme changes in temperature or humidity may occur.

❑Keep the computer free of dust, moisture, and exposure to direct sunlight.

❑Keep the computer away from heat sources, such as electric heaters.

❑Do not use the computer near liquids or corrosive chemicals.

❑Do not place the computer near objects that create strong magnetic fields (e.g., stereo speakers).

❑Some computers in the computer, including data storage media, can be damaged by magnets. Do not place the computer near magnetic objects or bring magnetic objects close to the computer. Be careful of objects, such as stereo speakers, that produce strong magnetic fields during operation. Also, be careful with metal objects, such as bracelets, which can be inadvertently magnetized.

❑Do not operate the computer in close proximity to a mobile phone.

❑Leave ample ventilation room for the fan. Do not block the vents.

Placement of the computer

Position the computer and peripheral devices to provide comfort and safety.

❑Set the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance. The display should be no higher than eye level to avoid eye strain.

❑Place the computer so that it is directly in front of you when you work and make sure you have adequate space to easily operate other devices.

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