Routine Care User Guide
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Table of contents 1 Hardware maintenance Battery pack ......................................................................................................................................... 2 Disposing of a used battery pack ......................................................................................................... 2 TouchPad and keyboard ...................................................................................................................... 3 Display .........................
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1 Hardware maintenance The computer is designed for durability and long operating life. Follow the routine care guidelines described in this chapter to extend the life of the computer and maintain its peak performance. ● Carry and store the computer in a portable carrying case. CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the display, do not place anything on top of the computer, even when it is in the carrying case.
Battery pack WARNING! To avoid potential safety issues, use only the battery pack provided with the computer, a replacement battery pack provided by HP, or a compatible battery pack purchased as an accessory from HP. CAUTION To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time. If a computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it separately.
TouchPad and keyboard Dirt and grease on the TouchPad (select models only) can cause the pointer to jump around on the screen. To avoid this, clean the TouchPad with a damp cloth, and wash your hands frequently when using the computer. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to internal components, do not use a vacuum cleaner attachment to clean the keyboard. A vacuum cleaner could deposit household debris on the keyboard surface.
Drives Drives are fragile components that must be handled carefully. Follow the guidelines in this section to protect the drives. CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions: Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of the drive. Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the computer. Handle a drive carefully; do not drop or compress the drive.
2 Regular tune-ups To keep the computer hardware and software running like new, perform these simple tasks periodically. ENWW ● Install and/or update the antivirus software. Protect against current security threats to the computer by installing antivirus software. Keep the antivirus software up to date to protect against the ongoing threat of new viruses. ● Install and update software that detects and removes spyware.
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3 Traveling and shipping The computer is built to go with you for work and play. For best results, follow the traveling and shipping tips described here. ● To prepare the computer for traveling or shipping: a. Back up your information. b. Remove all optical discs and all external media cards, such as PC Cards, Secure Digital (SD) Memory Cards, ExpressCards, and so on.
uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of a particular device, ask for authorization to use it before you turn it on. ● If you are traveling internationally: ● Check the computer-related customs regulations for each country on your itinerary. ● Consult with Customer Care about power cord and adapter requirements for each location in which you plan to use the computer. Voltage, frequency, and plug configurations vary.
Index B battery pack disposal 2 battery pack maintenance 2 D Disk Cleanup software 4 Disk Defragmenter software 4 display 3 drives 4 H hard drive 4 hardware maintenance 1 K keyboard 3 M maintenance battery pack 2 battery pack disposal 2 Disk Cleanup 4 Disk Defragmenter 4 display 3 drives 4 hardware 1 keyboard 3 TouchPad 3 S shipping the computer 7 software Disk Cleanup 4 Disk Defragmenter 4 regular tune-ups 5 T TouchPad 3 traveling with the computer 7 tune-ups, regular 5 ENWW Index 9
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