Sitting At Your Computer; Avoiding Discomfort And Injury From Repetitive Strain; Preparing Power Connections; Protecting From Power Source Problems - Gateway 3-Bay mBTX Pro User Manual

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Sitting at your computer

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Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain

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Preparing power connections

Protecting from power source problems

and the modem connection. Protect your computer by using a surge protector.
If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack.
If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable
TV jack. During an electrical storm, unplug both the surge protector and the
modem.
During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer can increase
to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your computer and
peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and
prevents them from reaching your computer.
An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your computer during a power
failure. Although you cannot run your computer for an extended period of time with a UPS, a
UPS lets you run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer
normally.

Checking the voltage selection

damaged. Make sure this switch is set correctly for your location before turning
on your computer. In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal
115 volts at 60 Hz. The power supply should always be set to this when your
computer is operating in the United States. In other areas of the world, such
as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. If your computer
is operating in an environment such as this, the voltage switch should be moved
to 230.
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Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use a footrest to distribute
your weight evenly on the chair and relieve pressure on the back of your thighs.
Adjust the back of the chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine. You can use a
pillow or cushion to provide extra back support.
Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. Make sure that they are in a relaxed position
when you type.
Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Sit with your back straight so your knees, hips,
and elbows form right angles when you work.
Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs.
Avoid twisting your torso or neck.
Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition.
Take breaks to change your position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your eyes.
Find ways to break up the work day, and schedule a variety of tasks.
Warning
High voltages can enter your computer through both the power cord
Caution
If you set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be
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