219Cleaning your computerwww.gateway.comCleaning your computerKeeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep yoursystem performing at its best. You may want to gather these items and puttogether a computer cleaning kit:■ A soft, lint-free cloth■ An aerosol can of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension■ Isopropyl alcohol■ Cotton swabs■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kitCleaning the exteriorAlways turn off your computer and other peripherals, then remove the batterybefore cleaning any components.Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean your computer and other parts of yoursystem. Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can damage thefinish on components.Your computer is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the case, sokeep the vents free of dust. With your computer turned off and unplugged,brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. Be careful not to dripany water into the vents. Do not attempt to clean dust from the inside of yourcomputer.Cleaning the keyboardYou should clean the keyboard occasionally by using an aerosol can of air witha narrow, straw-like extension to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys.Warning When you shut down your computer, the power turns off,but some electrical current still flows through yourcomputer. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock,unplug the power cord and modem cable from the walloutlets.
