Gateway 3200 User Guide - Page 29

Cleaning Your System Your system needs to be cleaned occasionally. The following sections contain information about caring for the parts of your system. Cleaning the mouse If the mouse pointer on the screen moves erratically when you move the mouse, dirt is probably on the rollers inside the mouse. To clean the mouse 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn your mouse upside down and remove the mouse ball cover. 3. Cup your hand under the mouse and turn your mouse right-side up. The mouse ball should drop into your hand. If it does not, gently shake the mouse until the ball drops out of the socket. 4. Once the mouse ball is free, use adhesive tape to pick up any dust or lint on its surface and wipe away dirt or lint inside the ball socket. You can also blow into the socket to remove dirt and lint. If foreign matter is trapped inside the socket or on the rollers, use a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol to loosen it. Let surfaces dry completely after cleaning. 5. Return the mouse ball to the socket and replace the cover. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally to remove dust and lint particles trapped under the keys. The easiest way to do this is to blow trapped dirt from under the keys using an aerosol can of air with a narrow, straw-like extension. 24 E-3200 User's Guide