Gateway 8510GH, User Manual

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Cleaning your notebook
Cleaning your notebook
Keeping your notebook clean and the vents free from dust helps keep
your notebook performing at its best. You may want to gather these items
and put together a notebook cleaning kit:
■ A soft, lint-free cloth
■ An aerosol can of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension
■ Cotton swabs
■ A DVD drive cleaning kit
Cleaning the exterior
Always turn off your notebook and other peripherals before cleaning any
components. Also, remove the battery before cleaning any components.
Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean your notebook and other parts of
your system. Do not use household abrasive or solvent cleaners because
they can damage the finish on components.
Your notebook is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the case,
so keep the vents free of dust. With your notebook turned off and
unplugged, brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. Be
careful not to drip any water into the vents. Do not attempt to clean dust
from the inside of your notebook.
Warning When you shut down your notebook, the power turns off,
but some electrical current still flows through your
notebook. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock,
unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable
from the wall outlets.