24 Quick Reference Guide
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Caring for Your Computer
To help maintain your computer, follow these suggestions:
• To avoid losing or corrupting data, never turn off your computer when the hard drive light is
on.
• Schedule regular virus scans using virus software.
• Manage hard drive space by periodically deleting unnecessary files and defragmenting
the drive.
• Back up files on a regular basis.
• Periodically clean your monitor screen, mouse, and keyboard (see your
User’s Guide
for more
information).
hard drive
power supply
padlock ring
processor airflow
shroud and fan
floppy drive (optional)
CD/DVD drive
s
ecurity
cable slot