Gateway MX6211b, User Manual

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CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Notebook www.gateway.com
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Caring for your notebook
To extend the life of your notebook:
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Be careful not to bump or drop your notebook, and do not put any objects
on top of it. The case, although strong, is not made to support extra
weight.
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When transporting your notebook, we recommend that you put it in a
carrying case.
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Keep your notebook away from magnetic fields. Magnetic fields can erase
data on hard drives.
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Never turn off your notebook when the drive indicator is on because data
on the hard drive could be lost or corrupted.
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Avoid subjecting your notebook to extreme temperature changes. The
case (and LCD panel) can become brittle and easy to break in cold
temperatures and can melt or warp in high temperatures. Damage due to
either extreme is not covered by your warranty. As a general rule, your
notebook is safest at temperatures that are comfortable for you.
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Keep all liquids away from your notebook. When spilled onto notebook
components, almost any liquid can result in expensive repairs that are not
covered under your warranty.
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Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. Dust and dirt can clog the internal
mechanisms and can lead to permanent damage to the notebook.
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Do not block the ventilation fan slots. If these slots are blocked, your
notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent
damage to the notebook.
Tips & Tricks
If your notebook has two batteries:
To partially discharge the main battery,
remove the secondary battery after it is
partially discharged.
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When storing your notebook for an extended period of time, unplug
AC power and remove the battery after discharging it partway.
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:
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A soft, lint-free cloth
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An aerosol can of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension
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Cotton swabs
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A DVD drive cleaning kit