Caring for the Computer
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Taking Care of the Computer
Location Guidelines
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Use the computer where the temperature is between 10
°
C (50
°
F) and
35
°
C (95
°
F).
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Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to high humidity,
extreme temperatures, mechanical vibration, direct sunlight, or heavy
dust.
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Do not cover or block any ventilation openings on the computer. For
example, do not place the computer on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface. Otherwise, overheating may occur that results in
damage to the computer.
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Keep the computer at least 13 cm (5 inches) away from electrical
appliances that can generate a strong magnetic field such as a TV,
refrigerator, motor, or a large audio speaker.
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Do not move the computer abruptly from a cold to a warm place. A
temperature difference of more than 10
°
C (18
°
F) will cause
condensation inside the unit, which may damage the storage media.
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Do not place the computer on an unsteady surface.
General Guidelines
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Wear protective gloves to prevent injury to your fingers when using
the computer in higher than normal temperature.
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Do not place heavy objects on top of the computer when it is closed as
this may damage the display.
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The screen surface is easily scratched. Do not use paper towels to
clean the display. Avoid touching it with your fingers, pen, or pencil.
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To maximize the life of the backlight in the display, allow the
backlight to automatically turn off as a result of power management.
