Maintaining Laptop Computers

If you know how to maintain your laptop computer, it will function properly. Proper maintenance will also prevent you from being harmed in any way while using the device. Here are some steps you can take to keep things running smoothly:

To keep it from overheating and prevent wear-and-tear, laptop computers should always be shut down when they are not in use. Adjusting the power options is also a good safety measure, and you can also set your display and hard drive to turn off at a certain time, or set the laptop in "standby" mode.

Inspect and clear your laptop computers air vents on a weekly basis with a forced-air duster to keep them clean and remove debris. In addition, a fan that fails to work properly can result in overheating problems, so remember to check the manufacturers customer support and warranty details. Note that the fan may be controlled through the computers basic input/output system (BIOS) and this can be verified by going to the manufacturers website.

To avoid being burned, use a laptop cooler or desk with vents or additional fans that allow the air to circulate between you and your computer. Since soft material can block the air flow, run your laptop on a hard surface that will allow cooling.

If your laptop computer is not in use, be sure to unplug any accessories that use power and may cause it to over heat as well, especially if you are packing it into its carrying case.

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