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Maintaining the Computer ■ Make sure you have at least 3 inches (8 cm) of space between the top of the monitor and any cabinet. ■ Never block vents or air intake areas for the computer or monitor. ■ Never operate the computer with the cover or side panel removed. ■ Keep the computer away from excessive heat, cold, moisture, and direct sunlight. ■ Keep liquids away from the computer and keyboard. ■ Turn off the computer before you: ❏ Wipe the exterior with soft, damp cloth ❏ Clean the air vents Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance is essential for keeping your computer in good working condition. A few basic tasks include: ■ Creating backup files ■ Deleting unwanted files ■ Defragmenting your hard drive ■ Running virus scan software It is recommended that you back up files and defragment your hard drive at least monthly. If you use your computer a great deal, you may want to perform these tasks more frequently. 5-2 Getting Started

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5–2
Getting Started
Maintaining the Computer
■
Make sure you have at least 3 inches (8 cm) of
space between the top of the monitor and any
cabinet.
■
Never block vents or air intake areas for the
computer or monitor.
■
Never operate the computer with the cover or
side panel removed.
■
Keep the computer away from excessive heat,
cold, moisture, and direct sunlight.
■
Keep liquids away from the computer and
keyboard.
■
Turn off the computer before you:
❏
Wipe the exterior with soft, damp cloth
❏
Clean the air vents
Preventive Maintenance
Preventive maintenance is essential for keeping
your computer in good working condition. A few
basic tasks include:
■
Creating backup files
■
Deleting unwanted files
■
Defragmenting your hard drive
■
Running virus scan software
It is recommended that you back up files and
defragment your hard drive at least monthly.
If you use your computer a great deal, you may
want to perform these tasks more frequently.