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Sit on a chair at a desk. This is especially important if using a notebook for longer than 30
minutes.
Keep a good posture. Adjust the chair and notebook for a "neutral" posture. This means
ankles, knees, hips and elbows are at about 90-degree angles and hands are in line with
wrists.
Relax arms, neck and shoulders. Most muscle strain centres on arms, neck and shoulders
so try to keep these relaxed. Typing and using the mouse should be light, and hands and
arms rested when not typing.
Don‟t sit too close to the screen. Sit about arm‟s length from the screen, depending on
individual eye conditions.
Take regular breaks. Take 5 minutes out of every 30 minutes to rest both eyes and
muscles. Stand and walk or change position to do other things like reading. Look at an
object about 10 metres away for 20 seconds.
Make sure there‟s enough light. Work where lighting is sufficient and ensure your screen is
free from glare.
You are expected to treat your notebook with care and respect. Personalisation of the
notebook by desktop images or custom screensavers is allowed.
irreversible personalisation is not permitted such as external stickers, engraving, the use of
liquid paper and other permanent markings.
The notebooks have a „sleep mode‟. Press the F5 key or close the screen to put your
notebook to „sleep‟. When the notebook is in this state it will use very little power and will
extend your battery life.
To reactivate your notebook – press the power button once. The notebook will be in a
„locked‟ state and you will need to re-enter your password to log-in. It is recommended that
students lock computers before putting in sleep mode.
Operating Conditions
Put the notebook on a solid surface if you are using it for a long time. Resting it on a
pillow or other soft material might block the airflow vents and cause overheating.
Please don‟t place objects on top of your notebook and never carry it around while it is
turned on.
Avoid exposing your notebook to:
Direct sunlight or sources of heat such as desk lamps.
Dust, dirt, rain, liquids or moisture.
Heavy shock or vibration.
Healthy Habits for using Notebooks
Caring for your Notebook
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