Gateway T2330 - C-141x Convertable Tablet PC, User Manual

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Chapter 9: Maintaining Your Convertible Notebook
Cleaning your convertible
notebook
Keeping your convertible notebook clean and the vents free from dust
helps keep your convertible notebook performing at its best. You may
want to gather these items and put together a convertible notebook
cleaning kit:
■ A soft, lint-free cloth
■ An aerosol can of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension
■ Cotton swabs
■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit
Cleaning the exterior
Always turn off your convertible notebook and other peripherals before
cleaning any components. Also, remove the batteries before cleaning any
components.
Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean your convertible notebook and other
parts of your system. Do not use household abrasive or solvent cleaners
because they can damage the finish on components.
Your convertible notebook is cooled by air circulated through the vents
on the case, so keep the vents free of dust. With your convertible
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 convertible notebook.
Warning When you shut down your convertible notebook, the power
turns off, but some electrical current still flows through your
convertible notebook. To avoid possible injury from
electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and
network cable from the wall outlets.