Laptop User Manual

Getting Started

Customizing your computer’s settings

There are several ways in which you can customize your computer

to suit your particular requirements. You can go into your computer

settings to make adjustments to your computer to suit your needs.

From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer over the upper

or lower right corner of the screen. When the Windows

Charms

appear, click the Settings ( ) Charm, and then click Change PC

Settings. Choose a category you wish to change. Refer to your

operating system documentation or Help and Support for details.

You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For

more information, see “Power Plans” on page 77. There are

additional custom settings you can choose. See “Utilities” on

page 92.

Caring for your computer

This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For

information about taking care of your computer’s battery, see

“Safety precautions” on page 79.

Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or

damaging the surface.

Cleaning the computer

Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s

keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly

onto the computer and/or display. Never use harsh or caustic

chemical products to clean the computer.

To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and

exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth.

Moving the computer

Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure

that all drive activity has ended and that all external peripheral

cables are disconnected.

Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back.

Doing so could damage the system.

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