General Computer Maintenance Tips

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  • The laptop's compact design means sensitive components must be stored directly below the keyboard.
  • Avoid slamming or punching down on keys with excessive force, as this may damage the components underneath.
  • The LCD screen is also sensitive, so avoid poking the screen too hard or placing heavy objects on top of your laptop.
  • Keep the laptop on a flat surface when in use and avoid blocking air vents.
    • Blocking air vents will cause the computer to operate above the normal operating temperature range, which over time will decrease the lifespan of your computer.
    • Avoid using your computer in a particularly dusty area.
    • Consider purchasing a compressed "air" canister and blowing out the dust from the vents, 
    • Back up your data regularly and backup important files to multiple locations.
      • Hard drive failure is difficult to predict and may even occur within the first few months of computer ownership
      • Develop a strategy for backing up your data regularly. See, Back Up Storage Options.
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