Caring For Your Computer; Setting Up A Maintenance Schedule; Cleaning Your Computer - eMachines T3104 - 256 MB RAM User Manual

CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Computer

Caring for your computer

Setting up a maintenance schedule

Cleaning your computer

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To extend the life of your computer:
When transporting your computer, we recommend that you put it in the
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original packaging materials.
Keep diskettes and your computer away from magnetic fields. Magnetic
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fields can erase data on both diskettes and hard drives.
Avoid subjecting your computer to extreme temperature changes.
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Keep all liquids away from your computer. When spilled onto computer
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components, almost any liquid can result in extremely expensive repairs
that are not covered under your warranty.
Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. Dust and dirt can clog the internal
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mechanisms.
Do not block the ventilation fan.
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When storing your computer for an extended period of time, unplug
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AC power.
Use the following table to set up a regular maintenance schedule.
Maintenance task
Check for viruses
Update Windows XP
Manage hard drive space
Clean up hard drives
Scan hard drive for errors
Defragment hard drive
Back up files
Clean computer case and peripheral devices
Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep your
computer performing at its best. You may want to gather these items and put
together a computer cleaning kit:
A soft, lint-free cloth
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An aerosol can of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension
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Cotton swabs
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A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit
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