IBM INTELLISTATION E PRO 6204, User Manual

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IBM® IntelliStation® E Pro: User’s Guide
wattage bulbs. If you install the monitor near a window, use curtains or blinds to block
the sunlight. You might have to adjust the Brightness and Contrast controls on the
monitor as the lighting changes throughout the day.
Where it is impossible to avoid reflections or to adjust the lighting, place an antiglare
filter over the screen. However, these filters might affect the clarity of the screen
image; try them only after you have exhausted other methods of reducing glare.
Dust compounds problems associated with glare. Clean your monitor screen
periodically using a soft cloth moistened with a nonabrasive, liquid glass cleaner.
Air circulation
Your computer and monitor produce heat. The computer fan pulls in fresh air and
forces out hot air. The monitor lets hot air escape through vents. Blocking the air
vents can cause overheating, possibly resulting in malfunction or damage. Place the
computer and monitor so that nothing blocks the air vents; usually 51 mm (2 in.) of air
space is sufficient. Also, make sure the vented air is not blowing on someone else.
Electrical outlets and cable lengths
The location of electrical outlets and the length of device power cords and cables
might determine the final placement of your computer.
When arranging your work space:
• Avoid the use of extension cords. Whenever possible, plug the computer power
cord directly into an electrical outlet.
• Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other areas
where they might be accidentally dislodged.
For more information about power cords, see “Power cords” on page 136.
Moving the stabilizing feet
The four feet attached to the bottom of the tower model computer provide additional
stability when the feet are placed in the stabilizing position.
Complete the following steps to place the feet in the stabilizing position.
1. Place the computer on its side.
2. Locate the release tab inside a foot; then, lift up on the tab.
3. Rotate the foot inward to the unlocked position; then, remove the foot from the
computer.
4. Align the post in the center of the foot with the hole on the bottom of the computer
and place the foot between the guides indicated on the computer.