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Chapter 9: Maintaining Your Convertible Notebook
Caring for your convertible
notebook
To extend the life of your convertible notebook:
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Be careful not to bump or drop your convertible notebook, and do
not put any objects on top of it. The case, although strong, is not
made to support extra weight.
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When transporting your convertible notebook, we recommend that
you put it in a carrying case.
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Keep your convertible notebook away from magnetic fields.
Magnetic fields can erase data on hard drives.
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Never turn off your convertible notebook when the drive indicator
is on because data on the hard drive could be lost or corrupted.
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Avoid subjecting your convertible notebook to extreme temperature
changes. The case (and LCD panel) can become brittle and easy to
break in cold temperatures and can melt or warp in high
temperatures. Damage due to either extreme is not covered by your
warranty. As a general rule, your convertible notebook is safest at
temperatures that are comfortable for you.
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Keep all liquids away from your convertible notebook. When spilled
onto computer components, almost any liquid can result in
expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty.
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Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. Dust and dirt can clog the
internal mechanisms and can lead to permanent damage to the
convertible notebook.
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Do not block the ventilation fan slots. If these slots are blocked, your
convertible notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected
shutdown or permanent damage to the convertible notebook.
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When storing your convertible notebook for an extended period of
time, unplug AC power and remove the batteries after discharging
them partway.
Tips & Tricks
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To partially discharge the main battery, remove the
multibay battery after it is partially discharged.
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