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Cleaning Your Computer
Cleaning the keyboard
You should clean the keyboard occasionally to free it of dust and lint particles
trapped under the keys. The easiest way to do this is to blow trapped dirt from
under the keys using an aerosol can of air with a narrow, straw-like extension.
If you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn off the computer, then disconnect
the keyboard. Turn the keyboard upside down to let the liquid drain. Let the
keyboard dry for a few days before trying to use it again. If the keyboard does
not work after it is dry, you may need a new one.
Cleaning the monitor screen
Use a soft cloth and window cleaner to clean the monitor screen. Squirt a
little cleaner on the cloth (never directly on the screen), then wipe the screen
with the cloth.
Cleaning the computer and monitor
cases
Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean the computer case, monitor case,
keyboard, speakers, and other parts of your computer. Avoid abrasive or
solvent cleaners because they can damage the finish on your components.
Your computer is cooled by air drawn in through the vents on the chassis
and blown out through the back panel. Keep vents on the front and back of
the chassis free of dust. With the computer turned off and unplugged, brush
the dust away from the vents with a slightly damp cloth. Be careful not to
drip any water into the vents. Do not attempt to clean dust from the inside
of the computer.
Important Do not use window cleaner on a flat screen or LCD screen.
Check the screen manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning
information.
Caution When you clean the computer, turn off the computer,
monitor, and peripherals, then unplug the power cords and
modem cable (if installed). Be careful not to drip liquid into
any component when cleaning the computer.
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