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Maintaining and Caring for Your Note-
book
Taking care of your notebook will reduce the risk of damage to your device and ensure that it operates properly.
Protecting Your Notebook
To safeguard the integrity of the data stored on your notebook as well as the device, please follow the precautions described
below:
• Install an anti virus program to monitor potential viruses that could damage your files.
• Use a Kensington cable lock to protect your notebook against theft. Cable locks are available for purchase from online
retailers and in most stores that sell computers.
• To use the lock, loop the lock cable around a stationary object such as a table. Then, insert the lock into the Kensington lock
hole and turn the key to secure the lock. Store the key in a safe place.
To help you maintain the quality and function of your notebook, this chapter provides guidelines on how to protect, store, clean,
and travel with your device.
Storing and Handling Your Notebook
• Use your notebook at the recommended temperature between 0°C (32°F) and 55°C (131° to ensure optimal performance
(Actual operating temperature depends on product specifications.)
• Avoid placing your notebook in a location subject to high humidity, extreme temperatures, mechanical vibrations, direct
sunlight, or heavy dust. Using your device in extreme environments for long periods of time can result in product
deterioration and a shortened product life.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the notebook as this may damage the display.
• Do not operate in an environment with metallic dust.
• Store and use your notebook on a flat and steady surface. Do not stand the notebook on its side or store it in an upside
down position. The impact from dropping or an object hitting the device may cause damage.
• Do not cover or block any ventilation openings on the notebook. For example, do not place the notebook on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface. Overheating may occur, which could result in damage to your notebook.
• Keep your notebook away from that are vulnerable to damage from heat, as the device can become very hot during
operation.
• Keep your notebook at least 13 cm (5 inches) away from electrical appliances that can generate a strong magnetic field
such as a TV, refrigerator, motor, or a large audio speaker.
• Avoid moving your notebook abruptly from a cold to a warm place. A temperature difference of more than 10°C (50°F) may
cause condensation inside the unit, which may damage storage media.
General Storage and Handling Guidelines
• Turn off the notebook power when cleaning the display. Cleaning the display with the power on may cause improper
operation.
• Do not use excessive force on the display. Avoid placing objects on top of the display as this may cause the glass to break,
thereby damaging the device.
• LCD image sticking occurs when a fixed pattern is displayed on the screen for a prolonged period of time. You can avoid
the problem by limiting the amount of static content on the display. It is recommended that you either use a screen saver
or turn off the display when it is not in use.
• To maximize the life of the backlight display, allow the backlight to automatically turn off as a result of power manage-
ment.
Display Guidelines
