Handling the ThinkPad computer
Notebook computers are precision machines that require careful
handling. Though your computer is designed and tested to be
durable and to function reliably in normal work environments, you
need to use some common sense in handling it.
This section provides tips for handling notebook computers in
general. Some descriptions might not suit your situation.
Check your shipping checklist to confirm the items you get with your
computer.
By following these handling tips, you will get the most use and
enjoyment out of your computer for a long time to come.
ThinkPad don'ts
Do not subject your computer to physical punishment, such as
dropping or bumping.
Do not place heavy objects on your computer.
Do not spill or allow liquids into your computer.
Do not use your computer in or near water (to avoid the danger
of electrical shock).
Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag.
Your LCD might be damaged.
Do not disassemble your computer. Only an authorized IBM
ThinkPad repair technician should disassemble and repair your
computer.
Do not scratch, twist, hit, or push the surface of your computer
display.
Do not place any objects between the display and the keyboard
or under the keyboard.
Do not pick up or hold your computer by the display. When
picking up your open computer, hold it by the bottom (keyboard)
half.
A scratchlike marking on your LCD might be a stain transferred from the
keyboard or from the TrackPoint stick when the cover was pressed from the
outside. Wipe such a stain gently with a dry soft cloth. If the stain remains,
moisten the cloth with LCD cleaner and wipe the stain again. Be sure to dry
the LCD before closing it.
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