Lifebook Notebook - Fujitsu Lifebook A3040 User Manual

Care and Maintenance
If you use your LifeBook notebook carefully, you will
increase its life and reliability. This section provides
some tips for looking after the LifeBook notebook and
its devices.
Electrical equipment may be hazardous if
misused. Operations of this product or simi-
lar products must always be supervised by
an adult. Do not allow children access to
the interior of any electrical products and
do not permit them to handle any cables.

LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Caring for your LifeBook notebook
Your LifeBook notebook is a durable but sensitive
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electronic device. Treat it with respect and care.
Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carrying
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case.
To protect your notebook from damage and to opti-
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mize system performance, be sure to keep all air all
vents unobstructed, clean, and clear of debris. This
may require periodic cleaning, depending upon the
environment in which the system is used.
Do not operate the notebook in areas where the air
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vents can be obstructed, such as in tight enclosures or
on soft surfaces like a bed or cushion.
Do not attempt to service the computer yourself.
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Always follow installation instructions closely.
Keep it away from food and beverages.
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If you accidentally spill liquid on your LifeBook
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notebook:
1. Turn it off.
2. Position it so that the liquid can run out.
3. Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.
4. If your LifeBook notebook will not boot up after it
has dried out, call your support representative.
Do not use your LifeBook notebook in a wet environ-
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ment (near a bathtub, swimming pool).
Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are
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approved for your LifeBook notebook.
Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other
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environmental hazards.
Do not expose your LifeBook notebook to direct sun-
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light for long periods of time as temperatures above
140° F (60° C) may damage your notebook.
Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots
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when they are not in use.
C a r e a n d M a i n t e n a n c e
Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.
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If you are carrying your LifeBook notebook in a brief-
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case, or any other carrying case, make sure that there
are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.
Never position your LifeBook notebook such that the
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media player drive is supporting the weight of the
notebook.
Do not drop your LifeBook notebook.
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Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.
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Cleaning your Fujitsu notebook
Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not
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the cord.)
Clean your LifeBook notebook with a damp, lint-free
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cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents.
Use a soft cloth such as a lens cleaning cloth to remove
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dust from the screen. Never use glass cleaners.
Storing your Fujitsu notebook
If storing your LifeBook notebook for a month or
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longer, turn your LifeBook notebook off, fully charge
the battery, the remove and store all Lithium ion bat-
teries.
Store your LifeBook notebook and batteries separately.
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If you store your LifeBook notebook with a battery
installed, the battery will discharge, and battery life
will be reduced. In addition, a faulty battery might
damage your LifeBook notebook.
Store your LifeBook notebook in a cool, dry location.
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Temperatures should remain between 13ºF
(-25ºC) and 140ºF (60ºC).
Traveling with your Fujitsu notebook
Do not transport your LifeBook notebook while it is
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turned on.
Do not check your LifeBook notebook as baggage.
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Carry it with you.
Avoid putting your LifeBook notebook through a
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metal detector. Have your notebook hand-inspected
by security personnel. You can however, put your Life-
Book notebook through a properly tuned X-ray
machine. To avoid problems, place your notebook close
to the entrance of the machine and remove it as soon as
possible or have your LifeBook notebook hand-
inspected by security personnel. Security officials may
require you to turn your LifeBook notebook on. Make
sure you have a charged battery on hand.
When traveling with the hard drive removed, wrap the
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drive in a non-conducting materials (cloth or paper). If
you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install
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