User's Manual

Caring for the Computer 7-4
Taking Care of the Computer
Location Guidelines
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Use the computer where the temperature is between 10 °C (50 °F) and 40 °C
(104 °F).
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Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to high humidity, extreme
temperatures, mechanical vibration, direct sunlight, or heavy dust.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Do not place the computer on an unsteady surface.
General Guidelines
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Do not place heavy objects on top of the computer when it is closed as this
may damage the display.
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The screen surface is easily scratched. Do not use paper towels to clean the
display. Avoid touching it with your fingers, pen, or pencil.
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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.