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C a r e a n d M a i n t e n a n c e

Care and Maintenance

If you use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook carefully, you
will increase its life and reliability. This section provides
some tips for looking after the LifeBook notebook and
its devices.

FUJITSU LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Caring for your Fujitsu notebook

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Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook is a durable but sensi-
tive electronic device. Treat it with respect and care.

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Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carrying
case.

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Do not attempt to service the computer yourself.
Always follow installation instructions closely.

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Keep it away from food and beverages.

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If you accidentally spill liquid on your LifeBook
notebook:

1. Turn it off.
2. Position it so that the liquid can run out.
3. Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.
4. If your LifeBook notebook will not boot after it

has dried
out, call your support representative.

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Do not use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook in a wet
environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool).

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Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are
approved for your LifeBook notebook.

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Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other
environmental hazards.

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Do not expose your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook to
direct sunlight for long periods of time as tempera-
tures above 140° F (60° C) may damage your note-
book.

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Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots
when they are not in use.

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Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.

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If you are carrying your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook in
a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure that
there are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.

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Never position your LifeBook notebook such that the
media player drive is supporting the weight of the
notebook.

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Do not drop your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook.

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Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

Cleaning your Fujitsu notebook

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Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not
the cord.)

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Clean your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook with a damp,
lint-free cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents.

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Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen.
Never use glass cleaners.

Storing your Fujitsu notebook

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If storing your LifeBook notebook for a month or
longer, turn your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook off and
remove all Lithium ion batteries.

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Store your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook and batteries
separately. If you store your LifeBook notebook with a
battery installed, the battery will discharge, and bat-
tery life will be reduced. In addition, a faulty battery
might damage your LifeBook notebook.

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Store your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook in a cool, dry
location. Temperatures should remain between 13ºF
(-25ºC) and 140ºF (60ºC).

Traveling with your Fujitsu notebook

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Do not transport your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook
while it is turned on.

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Do not check your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook as bag-
gage. Carry it with you.

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Always bring your System Recovery CD that came
with your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook when you travel.
If you experience system software problems while
traveling, you may need it to correct any problems.

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Never put your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook through a
metal detector. Have your notebook hand-inspected
by security personnel. You can however, put your
Fujitsu LifeBook notebook through a properly tuned
X-ray machine. To avoid problems, place your note-
book close to the entrance of the machine and remove it
as soon as possible or have your LifeBook notebook
hand-inspected by security personnel. Security officials
may require you to turn your LifeBook notebook On.
Make sure you have a charged battery on hand.

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When traveling with the hard drive removed, wrap the
drive in a non-conducting materials (cloth or paper). If
you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install
the drive if needed. Never put your hard drive through a
metal detector. Have your hard drive hand-inspected by
security personnel. You can however, put your hard
drive through a properly tuned X-ray machine.

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Take the necessary plug adapters if you're traveling
overseas. Check the following diagram to determine
which plug adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.

C A U T I O N

Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Oper-
ations of this product or similar products, must always be
supervised by an adult. Do not allow children access to
the interior of any electrical products and do not permit
them to handle any cables.

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