Gateway M275X User Guide - Page 232

Chapter 13: Maintaining Your Gateway M275 Caring for your convertible tablet PC To extend the life of your convertible tablet PC: ■ Be careful not to bump or drop your convertible tablet PC, and do not put any objects on top of it. The case, although strong, is not made to support extra weight. ■ When transporting your convertible tablet PC, we recommend that you put it in a carrying case. ■ Keep diskettes, modular drives, and your convertible tablet PC away from magnetic fields. Magnetic fields can erase data on both diskettes and hard drives. ■ Never turn off your convertible tablet PC when the hard drive light is on because data on the hard drive could be lost or corrupted. ■ Avoid subjecting your convertible tablet PC to extreme temperature changes. The case and LCD panel can become brittle and easy to break in cold temperatures and can melt or warp in high temperatures. Damage due to either extreme is not covered by your warranty. As a general rule, your convertible tablet PC is safest at temperatures that are comfortable for you. ■ Keep all liquids away from your convertible tablet PC. When spilled onto computer components, almost any liquid can result in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty. ■ Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. Dust and dirt can clog the internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■ When storing your convertible tablet PC for an extended period of time, unplug AC power and remove the battery after discharging it partway. Display screen ■ Use only your convertible tablet PC's pen on the display. Do not write on the surface with an ink pen or pencil. ■ Nothing heavier than your writing hand should be placed on top of the display. 222 www.gateway.com