Hello Saravanan,
All of us know that we must care our PC and value to clean it, but
mostly we pay no attention to such necessary things and hardly dust our PC.
Thanks for reminding us and giving some useful tips regarding PC cleaning.
Regards,
Rajesh Narang.
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From: "Saravanan Ramadoss" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>; <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, April 15, 2009 9:54 PM
Subject: [AI] Clean your computer!
Subject: Clean your computer
Preserve the condition of your system with regular maintenance
By Alyson Munroe
I have a dirty secret. I've never cleaned my computer. Sure, I've dusted
my monitor, but I haven't taken off the cover or tried to reach the crumbs
lurking inside my keyboard.
"Your computer could fry if you don't keep it clean," says Jonathon
Millman, chief technology officer for Hooplah Interactive.
Dust clogs the vents behind your computer, which causes your CPU to heat
up-and heat is the biggest cause of component failure in computers.
Regular cleaning could save you costly maintenance fees down the road.
Keep your computer in tip-top shape by following Millman's guide to a
spotless computer system.
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. Do a clean sweep of your computer
. Put your PC maintenance routine on autopilot
Preparation
You'll need:
. screwdriver
. can of compressed air (available from computer dealers or office-supply
stores)
. cotton swabs (do not use a cotton ball)
. rubbing alcohol
. paper towels or anti-static cloths
. water
Always turn your computer off before you begin and unplug all the cords.
Step 1: Inside the case
Using a screwdriver, remove the side of the case that's opposite your
motherboard. Touch as little as possible inside the computer, keeping
fingers away from cards and cords.
Blow air around all of the components and along the bottom of the case,
keeping the nozzle four inches away from the machine. Blow air into the
power supply box and into the fan (from the back of the case). Lastly,
blow air into the floppy disk and CD drives. Wipe the inside of the cover
with a lightly moistened cloth before replacing it.
Millman recommends doing this every three months if your case sits on the
floor, if you have pets that shed, or if you smoke. Otherwise, every six
to eight months is fine.
Step 2: Outside the case
Run a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol around all of the openings on
the back of your case. Give them one swipe with the damp end of the swab
and one swipe with the dry end. Do this as often as you clean the inside
of your computer.
Step 3: Keyboard
Turn the keyboard upside down and gently shake it. Most of the crumbs and
dust will fall out. Take a can of compressed air and blow into and around
the keys. Next, take a cotton swab and dip it in rubbing alcohol. It
should be damp, but not wet. Run the cotton swab around the outside of the
keys. Rub the tops of the keys. If you have a laptop, follow the same
procedure but take extra care with your machine. Do this monthly.
Spills - If you have kids, you're worried about spills. If it happens,
disconnect the keyboard immediately and flip it over. Blot the top with a
paper towel, blow compressed air between the keys and leave it to air dry
overnight. For laptops, liquid can easily penetrate the hard drive so turn
the computer over immediately and leave it in that position until it
dries.
Step 4: Mouse
Rub the top and bottom of your mouse with a paper towel dipped in rubbing
alcohol. Open the back and remove the ball. Wash the ball with water and
let it air dry. To clean inside the mouse, dip a cotton swab in rubbing
alcohol and rub all of the components. Scrape hard-to-remove grime with
your fingernail. Finally, blow air into the opening. Replace the ball and
the cover. Do this monthly.
Step 5: Monitor
Moisten a paper towel or a soft, lint-free cloth with water. (You can also
buy monitor cleaning products at computer-supply stores.) Don't spray
liquid directly onto the screen-spray the cloth instead. Wipe the screen
gently to remove dust and fingerprints. Never touch the back of the
monitor.
For laptop screens, Millman suggests buying a special cleaning solution
available at computer stores. Do this weekly.
Finally, make sure that everything is dry before you plug your computer
back in.
Article written by Alyson Munroe and adapted from an original piece from
Microsoft Home Magazine.
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Adieu.
Saravanan.
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