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Taking Care of Your Computer
36 Reference Guide
To get the most from your batteries
• Do not leave batteries unused for long periods. If you have more than one, rotate
them.
• If you normally use ac power, make a practice of using the battery as your power
source at least once a week.
• Unplug the ac adapter when the computer is not in use.
• To preserve the life of a battery, be sure to charge it regularly.
• For long-term storage, the battery must be charged 20–50% to minimize capacity loss
by self-discharge and to avoid deterioration of performance. Storing a fully charged
battery can cause higher self-discharge and reduce its discharge capacity—even after
recharging—as compared to a battery stored when charged 20–50%.
To clean your computer
• You can clean the computer with a soft cloth dampened with clean water or with
water containing a mild detergent. Do not use an excessively wet cloth, and take care
to keep water out of the case.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, especially on the display. Do not apply any cleaner
directly to the display. Instead, apply the cleaner to a soft cloth and then gently wipe
the display.
• You can clean the keyboard with a vacuum cleaner to remove accumulated dust.