Cleaning Your Computer; Cleaning The Exterior - Gateway Solo 5300 User Manual

Cleaning your computer

Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep your
system performing at its best. You may want to gather these items and put
together a computer cleaning kit:
A soft cloth
An aerosol can of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension
Isopropyl alcohol
Cotton swabs
A CD/DVD drive cleaning kit

Cleaning the exterior

Warning
Always turn off the computer and other peripheral devices before cleaning
any components, and remove the battery.
Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean the computer and other parts of your
system. Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can damage the
finish on components.
Your computer is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the case, so
keep the vents free of dust. With the computer turned off and unplugged,
brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. Be careful not to drip
any water into the vents. Do not attempt to clean dust from the inside the
computer.
When you shut down your computer, the power turns off,
but some electrical current still flows through the computer.
To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the
power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets.
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