User's Manual

Caring for the Computer 7-3
Taking Care of the Computer
Location Guidelines
l Use the computer where the temperature is between 10 °C (50 °F) and
35 °C (95 °F).
l Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to high humidity,
extreme temperatures, mechanical vibration, direct sunlight, or heavy
dust.
l 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.
l 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.
l 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.
l Do not place the computer on an unsteady surface.
General Guidelines
l Do not place heavy objects on top of the computer when it is closed as
this may damage the display.
l The screen surface is easily scratched. Do not use paper towels to clean
the display. Avoid touching it with your fingers, pen, or pencil.
l 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.