Caring for the Computer
7-4
Taking Care of the Computer
Location Guidelines
Use the computer where the temperature is between 10
°
C (50
°
F) and 40
°
C
(104
°
F).
Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to high humidity, extreme
temperatures, mechanical vibration, direct sunlight, or heavy dust.
Do not cover or block any ventilation openings on the computer. For
example, do not place the computer on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. Otherwise, overheating may occur that results in damage to the
computer.
Keep the computer 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.
Do not move the computer abruptly from a cold to a warm place. A
temperature difference of more than 10
°
C (18
°
F) will cause condensation
inside the unit, which may damage the storage media.
Do not place the computer on an unsteady surface.
General Guidelines
Do not place heavy objects on top of the computer when it is closed as this
may damage the display.
The screen surface is easily scratched. Do not use paper towels to clean the
display. Avoid touching it with your fingers, pen, or pencil.
To maximize the life of the backlight in the display, allow the backlight to
automatically turn off as a result of power management. Avoid using a
screen saver or other software that prevents the power management from
working.
