Care+of+the+Netbook

Open and close the screen gently. Do not over extend the screen when you open it. Never leave an open netbook. If you close the lid when it is not in use, it will help to save battery life. If cables do not slide in easily when you plug them in Stop! Make sure you are plugging the cable into the port it fits and that it is not upside down. Be sure nothing is stacked or thrown on top of the netbook. || Avoid leaving it in the car, or if you must, lock it in the trunk. Never let the edge of your netbook hang over a desk or table when you leave it. Avoid leaving the netbook in extreme hot or cold environments. Do not leave your netbook on the floor. || Moving between classes. Shut Down vs. Sleep mode or HibernateDisconnect cables and cords before picking up your netbook.Use two hands to carry your netbook.If you are leaving your classroom place the netbook in its carrying case and carry it messenger style.Take care not to leave anything, like a pen, between the screen and the keyboard when closing the netbook. || Keep all food and drinks away from your netbook. || Establish a routine at home each evening whereby you recharge your netbook. When using or charging the netbook, it's normal for the bottom of the case to get warm. Take care with the charger. Don't step on or yank the cord. Unplug the netbook if there's an electrical storm. ||
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 * ** Handle with Care[[file:alicia and chanler's taking care of netbook 2011.pdf]] ** || [[image:short-tech-lessons/caring_for_your_netbook_by_alicia_and_chanler.png width="138" height="79" link="http://www.wikispaces.com/site/embedthumbnail/file/alicia%20and%20chanler%27s%20taking%20care%20of%20netbook%202011.pdf?h=40&w=200"]]**This is a most valuable instructional tool. Handle it gently.**
 * Don't drop the netbook, get it wet, or leave it outdoors. **
 * ** Netbook Location **
 * Know where your netbook is at all times. ** || Treat the netbook like you would your wallet or your purse. Don't leave it lying around.
 * ** Carrying your Netbook ** || Close the netbook whenever you carry it.
 * ** Food and Drink ** || Food and drinks make your netbook dirty and can seriously damage it.
 * ** A MUST: recharge! ** || Recharge the battery each night. You must arrive to school each day with a fully charged battery.