Gateway 1450 User Manual

Chapter 13: Maintaining Your Notebook

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To extend the life of your system:

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Be careful not to bump or drop your computer, 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 computer, we recommend that you put it in a 
carrying case.

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Keep diskettes, modular drives, and your computer away from magnetic 
fields. Magnetic fields can erase data on both diskettes and hard drives.

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Never turn off your computer when the hard drive light is on because 
data on the hard drive could be lost or corrupted.

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Avoid subjecting your computer to extreme temperature changes. The 
case and LCD panel can become very 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 
computer is safest at temperatures that are comfortable for you.

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Keep all liquids away from your computer. When spilled onto computer 
components, almost any liquid can result in extremely 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.

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Set up a regular maintenance schedule according to the following table 
to keep your computer running at its best.

Create an emergency diskette

X

Check for viruses

X

X

Manage hard drive space

X

Clean up hard drives

X

X

Scan hard drive for errors

X

X

Defragment hard drive

X

X