Cleaning Your Computer; Carrying Your Computer; Extending The Life Of Your Computer Battery - IBM ThinkPad TransNote Servce And Troubleshooting Manual

Cleaning your computer

Occasionally clean your computer as follows:
v Do not spray cleaner directly on the display or the keyboard.
v Gently wipe the computer display with a dry, soft cloth.

Carrying your computer

When carrying your computer, follow these instructions to prevent possible
damage to your computer and data:
1. Turn off all attached devices.
2. Do not close the computer until the standby indicator is on (if the
computer is in standby mode), or the power indicator is off (if it is turned
off or in hibernation mode).
3. Close the computer in the same way as you open it, or leave the keyboard
side flat and close the notepad side onto the keyboard side. Be sure not to
close by lifting the keyboard side onto the notepad, as this might damage
the hard disk drive.
4. Unplug all external cables and cords from your computer.
5. Make sure all computer doors and covers are closed.
6. Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection.
Attention: Do not move the computer when the hard disk drive is accessing
data—that is, when the indicator is blinking. Make sure the indicator is off before
you carry the computer.

Extending the life of your computer battery

The amount of battery power consumed by your computer depends on such
conditions as the frequency of use, the operating temperature, and the period
in storage (if unused). The following tips can help you to extend the life of
your battery:
v For longest battery life, you should occasionally wait until the battery pack
is completely discharged before you recharge it.
v Once you start charging, do not disconnect the ac adapter or remove the
battery pack until the battery is fully charged.
v Whenever possible, use the ThinkPad battery power-saving modes:
– Screen blank
– Standby
– Hibernation
For more information, refer to the on-board help.
v Decrease the brightness of the computer display.
Chapter 2. Handling the ThinkPad computer
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