tablet_care_guide
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tablet_care_guide [2016/08/31 20:21] – [Battery Calibration] Simplify language abrashear | tablet_care_guide [2017/07/11 10:11] – [Handling] Remove bits about powering off / sleeping before moving the laptop. abrashear | ||
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Never carry or lift your tablet by its screen. When you move the tablet, you should always bear most of the weight with the machine' | Never carry or lift your tablet by its screen. When you move the tablet, you should always bear most of the weight with the machine' | ||
- | When your laptop is running, try to keep the area around the sides and rear clear in order to improve air flow and keep the laptop cool. Also, refrain from moving the laptop while it is running. Always put your computer to sleep, hibernate it, or shut it down carrying it between classes. It is also important that you wait for it to sleep, hibernate, or shut down //before// moving it. | + | The proper way to turn off your computer is to use the "Shut Down" button in the Start Menu. This method is known as a " |
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- | The proper way to turn off your computer is to use the "Shut Down" button in the Start Menu. This method is known as a " | + | |
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- | The first step to take when you are having trouble with your tablet | + | The first step to take when you are having trouble with your computer |
- | If your computer is frozen, the first thing you should do is be patient. Give it at least five to ten minutes | + | If your computer is frozen, the first thing you should do is be patient. Give it at least five to ten minutes—perhaps more. If the system continues to be unresponsive and you cannot shut it down gracefully, a hard shutdown may be necessary. Be aware that a hard shutdown is harmful. It is best to avoid it. To perform a hard shutdown, hold down the power button for a few seconds until the power light turns off. |
- | If your computer is physically damaged it should be brought to the Help Desk for repair as soon as possible. The Help Desk will not repair a computer during the summer unless it is damaged to the point it cannot be reimaged. | + | If your computer is physically damaged it should be brought to the Help Desk for repair as soon as possible. The Help Desk will not repair a computer during the summer unless it is damaged to the point it cannot be serviced. |
tablet_care_guide.txt · Last modified: 2021/09/21 12:10 by abrashear