Using Guide

To get the most out of your laptop there are a few do's and don'ts.

DO's

1. Always ensure that the cooling vents are not blocked. Keep the laptop on hard surfaces like table top, and not on soft surfaces like cushions, since the latter can block air vents.

2. If not using the laptop for extended periods (more than a few days), remove the battery.

3. Ensure that all battery locks are properly set. A loose battery will rattle and damage the power connector especially when travelling.

4. RAM modules and Hard disk and Optical drive are user replaceable. Before starting the process, ensure that the power plug is detached and the battery removed.

5. When loading optical disks, ensure that the tray is supported while pressing the disk down to lock. It is best to load a disk in two steps : first drop the disk on the tray, next grab the tray with the fingers while using the thumb to press the disk down to lock.

6. To conserve battery reduce the screen brightness. This also increases the LCD life.

7. The best position to store the laptop is on it's base with the screen slightly open. Keeping the screen closed for long durations will cause screen damage .

8. When carrying the device in a bag, ensure that the surface that is at the bottom has the longest contact area. This will spread the weight of the laptop and avoid unsue stress and breakage at pressure points during a bumpy ride. Laptops that have a protruding hinge should be placed in the bag with the hinge facing up.

9. When travelling ensure that the laptop is placed on it's base. If this is not possible, and the bag has to be placed vertically, either avoid placing it on the floor or pack something in to cushion the jerks.

10. Hold the screen, while opening or closing, in the middle and not the edge. Holding the edge stresses the hinges.

DON'Ts

1. Do not keep anything heavy on the laptop. The LCD screen under the top cover does not handle weight well.

2. Do not use the laptop in extremely hot environments. The compactness of the laptop squeezes too many components in a tight space, so cooling is critical.

3. Avoid closing the laptop when the system is running. The heat from the components can ruin the display.

4. Avoid touching the lens on the optical drive. If there are disk reading errors, it is best to use lint free cloth to mildly brush the lens, avoid using force when doing so.

5. Avoid using screensaver when the system is idle. Rather use power management to power down the screen, which conserves battery and extends screen life.

6. Avoid continuously charging the battery when using the laptop. It is best to unplug when the battery indicator shows fully charged, and recharge when the battery level falls to critical level. If possible only recharge when the laptop is not in use.