You can use a computer vacuum cleaner to vacuum the outside of the computer, but make sure
the computer is turned off. Never vacuum any part of the interior including the upgrade
compartments. A vacuum generates static electricity at the nozzle tip that can damage interior
components.
Cleaning the Computer
It’s good ideal to keep your computer clean. If it gets dirty, you should use a clean, lint-free, non-
abrasive cloth to wipe it. You can use a damp cloth - just make sure that it isn’t so wet that any
liquid can get into the computer. Be particularly careful not to scratch the LCD screen.
They’re several places on the WinBookXP where dust & dirt can get inside the computer. You
should do what you can to prevent this. Here’s a list of the sensitive areas and what you can do:
• Rear Ports
If dust and dirt get in the rear ports and affect the contact pins or receptacles, you may
experience problems when you connect devices to the ports. To prevent this, keep the
port cover door closed when you aren’t using the ports. If you have cables connected to
some, but not all of the ports, try to keep the area behind the computer clean. Always
keep the Docking Station connector covered when not in use.
• Fax Modem Port
The internal fax modem compartment is covered by a two-piece cover if you don’t have
the fax modem, leave the cover in place. If you have the fax modem, the telephone
connector jack replaces the compartment cover.
• Audio Jacks & Volume Control
The audio jacks and volume control thumbwheel have no cover, and since they are close
to the base of the computer are more easily contaminated. Be especially careful not to let
them get clogged up.
• Floppy Disk Drive
The hinged panel that covers the drive opening will keep out most dust and dirt as long as
it its completely closed. The thing you need to be more careful of is the floppy disks
themselves. It won’t matter if the panel keeps dust out if you put dirty disks in the drive.
• PCMCIA Card Compartment
Always keep the compartment door shut when you aren’t using any cards. If you have a
card installed in only one slot, be careful not to let the compartment get contaminated.
• The Keyboard
Try to keep the keyboard as clean as possible. Don’t eat or drink over it and remove any
dust or dirt that builds up, especially between the keys.
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