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Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer
Caring for your computer
To extend the life of your computer:
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When transporting your computer, we recommend that you put it in the original
packaging materials.
packaging materials.
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Keep diskettes and your computer away from magnetic fields. Magnetic fields can
erase data on both diskettes and hard drives.
erase data on both diskettes and hard drives.
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Avoid subjecting your computer to extreme temperature changes.
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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.
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.
mechanisms.
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Do not block the ventilation fan.
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When storing your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power.
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