Laptop Care Tips

Anusha

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chamithal said:
Oh god... it's a bad example and you giving advice to lock up the lap just to take care of it is good.... sira sira.. lol::... right now wht u hv is nothing except exam stress mate... ;)
There is more than the exam stress. Interviews, dammit! (won't tell you anything about it!) And my stupid fleet is in the air for another 11 hours! :frown:
 

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Anusha said:
There is more than the exam stress. Interviews, dammit! (won't tell you anything about it!) And my stupid fleet is in the air for another 11 hours! :frown:

good luck for the interviews.. n what the hell.. r u still in tht ogame thingy... ooohhh....
 

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Extracted from acer user manual...

Turning the product off before cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device
Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to
the power supply unit:
Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC
power outlet.
Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the
computer.
If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system
by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.

CAUTION for Accessibility
Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible
and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to
disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet.
CAUTION for Dummy Card of PCMCIA & Express Slot
Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the PCMCIA & Express
slot. Dummies protect unused slots from dust, metal object, or other particles.
Save the dummy for use when no PCMCIA or Express Card is installed in the slot.

Warnings
• Do not use this product near water.
• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product
falls, it could be seriously damaged.
• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
• Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into
the product.
• To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage,
do not place the product on a vibrating surface.
• Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment
which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor
devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery
pack.
Using electrical power
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Using electrical power
• This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult
your dealer or local power company.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
product where people will walk on the cord.
• If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total
ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total
rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse
rating.
• Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too
many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch
circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of
the power strip's input rating.
• This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug.
The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet
is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert
the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for
details.
• Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need
to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets
the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type
SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6
meters (15 feet) maximum length.

Product servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel when:
• the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed
• liquid was spilled into the product
• the product was exposed to rain or water
• the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged
• the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
for service
• the product does not operate normally after following the operating
instructions

Replacing the battery pack
The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as
that which came bundled with your product. Use of another battery may
present a risk of fire or explosion.

Telephone line safety
• Disconnect all telephone lines from the equipment when not in use and/or
before servicing.
• To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning, do not connect
the telephone line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms.
 

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chamithal said:
good luck for the interviews.. n what the hell.. r u still in tht ogame thingy... ooohhh....
hell yeah! i even made a top10 hit. i'm so much honoured there, than this stupid site!
 

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deffa said:
GUYS DONT BUY LAPTOPS FROM ABROAD EVENTHOUG IT IS CHEAP. BECAUSE THEY SAY INTERNATIONAL WARRRENTY AND THE SRI LANKAN COMPANIES HAF SIGNED AGREEMENTS NOT TO ISSUE WARENTY FOR COMPUTERS BROUGHT FROM OTHER COUNTRIES IF UR A SRI LANKAN..

what? lol, if we had a international warrenty center in SL, they'd for sure repair ne? local dealers will also repair if they deal the specific model you have... I think.. correct me if I'm wrong.. but this is what Metropolitan said when I took ma laptop there... mind that they opened up ma lat and checked that if there's ny thing they could do....
 

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Anusha said:
hell yeah! i even made a top10 hit. i'm so much honoured there, than this stupid site!

lolz..... wow...... tht's cool.... no more comments... he he.... but is it worth all the time you spent?
 

Anusha

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chamithal said:
lolz..... wow...... tht's cool.... no more comments... he he.... but is it worth all the time you spent?
yeah, considering that i have made so many cool friend there, that this cursed place!
 

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MasterDeAndy said:
So! you might one day become a lamer yourself, eh? Good for you!
I might be forced to! :oo: (But not unless I tell that i have a laptop, in public :P)

And, lamer NOT => owns a laptop; owns a laptop => lamer :P
 
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