By using some common sense and by following these handling tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your laptop. Computers are designed and tested to be durable and function reliably in normal environments.
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Do not subject your computer to physical punishment, such as dropping or bumping.
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Do not place heavy objects on your computer.
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Do not spill or allow liquids into your computer.
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Do not pack your computer in tightly packed suitcases, bags, or backpacks. The compression might cause internal damage.
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Use the bag issued to you or a backpack specifically designed for carrying laptop computers.
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Do not scratch, twist, hit, or push the surface of your computer display.
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Do not place objects between the keyboard and screen.
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Do not pick up or hold your computer by the display. When picking up your open computer, hold it by the lower half (the keyboard side).
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Do not turn your computer over while the AC adapter is plugged in. This could break the adapter plug.
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Do not store your computer where the temperatures are below 41°F or above 95°F (5°C and 35°C).
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Do not place your computer closer than 5 in. (13 cm) from any electrical appliance that generates a strong magnetic field, such as a motor, magnet, TV, refrigerator, or large audio speakers.
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Do not hard-mount your computer in a vehicle or anywhere that is subject to strong vibration.
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Do not touch the lens on the DVD/CD-ROM tray. You should hold the disc by the edges and not touch the recorded surface.
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Transport your laptop in a safe manner.
- Do not connect your modem to a digital phone line (such as most of the lines around campus).
- Doing so could possibly damage your modem. The phone lines in most dorm rooms are analog but you should always plug into the Ethernet port (it's faster).
