Chapter 2. Setting Up Your Computer; Selecting A Location For Your Computer; Arranging Your Workspace; Comfort - IBM 620410U - IntelliStation E - Pro 6204 User Manual

Chapter 2. Setting up your computer

This chapter provides information about setting up your computer and preparing it
to run your applications.
Read the "Safety information" on page vii before setting up your computer.
You will need the following items:
v A computer
v A computer power cord
v A keyboard
v A mouse
v A monitor (sold separately with signal cable and power cord)
v This User's Guide
If you are missing an item, contact your place of purchase.

Selecting a location for your computer

Make sure you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical outlets for
the computer, monitor, and any other devices. Select a location for the computer
where it will remain dry. Leave about 50 mm (2 in.) of space around the computer
for proper air circulation. For information about arranging your computer and
ease-of-use, see the following sections.

Arranging your workspace

To get the most from your computer, arrange both the equipment you use and your
work area to suit your needs and the kind of work you do. Your comfort is of
foremost importance, but light sources, air circulation, and the location of electrical
outlets can also affect the way you arrange your workspace.

Comfort

The following guidelines will help you decide what working position suits you best.
Choose a chair to reduce fatigue from sitting in the same position for long periods.
The backrest and seat should adjust independently and provide good support. The
seat should have a curved front to relieve pressure on the thighs. Adjust the seat so
that your thighs are parallel to the floor and your feet are either flat on the floor, or
on a footrest.
When using the keyboard, keep your forearms parallel to the floor and your wrists
in a neutral, comfortable position. Try to keep a light touch on the keyboard, and
your hands and fingers relaxed. Change the angle of the keyboard for maximum
comfort by adjusting the position of the keyboard feet.
Adjust the monitor so that the top of the screen is at, or slightly below, eye level.
Place the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 51 to 61 cm (20 to 24
in.), and position it so that you can view it without having to twist your body.
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