Toshiba Portege M100 User Guide - Page 43

Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. If you spill liquid into the computer, turn it off, unplug it from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate properly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba service representative or your network administrator. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers. With a little care and proper use of the equipment you can work comfortably throughout the day. This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries. For more information, consult books on ergonomics, repetitive-strain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome. Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries. Consider the following when placing your computer: ❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance. You should be able to type without