Acer TravelMate C300 Series, User Manual

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Basic care and tips for using your computer
Turning your computer on and off
To turn on the computer, simply slide and release the power switch on
the left side of your TravelMate. See “Left view” on page 4 for the
location of the power switch.
To turn the power off, do any of the following:
• Use the Windows shutdown command
Click on Start , Turn Off Computer ; then click on Turn Off .
• Use the power switch
Note: You can also use the power switch to perform power
management functions. See “Power management” on page 29..
Taking care of your computer
Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it.
• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Do not place it
near sources of heat, such as a radiator.
• Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0
⁄
C (32
⁄
F) or
above 50
⁄
C (122
⁄
F).
• Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.
• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.
• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.
• Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration.
• Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.
• Never place objects on top of the computer to avoid damaging the
computer.
• Do not slam the computer display when you close it.
• Never place the computer on uneven surfaces.