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− | Please be careful with liquids! Using a lidded/capped drink container can save you money and frustration! If a spill occurs, shut off computer, dump out excess liquid, and bring the laptop to [[Tech Support]]! Use a damp cloth, or mild window cleaner for the screen | + | Please be careful with liquids! Using a lidded/capped drink container can save you money and frustration! If a spill occurs, shut off computer, dump out excess liquid, and bring the laptop to [[Tech Support]]! Use a damp cloth, or mild window cleaner for the screen. |
Never spray anything directly onto the laptop. Spray onto a cloth then wipe the computer to clean it. | Never spray anything directly onto the laptop. Spray onto a cloth then wipe the computer to clean it. | ||
Revision as of 17:15, 29 July 2013
Liquids
Please be careful with liquids! Using a lidded/capped drink container can save you money and frustration! If a spill occurs, shut off computer, dump out excess liquid, and bring the laptop to Tech Support! Use a damp cloth, or mild window cleaner for the screen. Never spray anything directly onto the laptop. Spray onto a cloth then wipe the computer to clean it.
Laptop Locks
Laptop locks may be a good idea for the library, Mugby Junction, etc. These may be purchased at the WSU book store.
Case
The top of your Mac can be damaged: Do not stack objects on the laptop. Do not put it in your book bag with other items, unless it is protected. If your bag is packed tight, consider purchasing a separate laptop bag. Damage to the screen can also result from compression, due to the keyboard being pressed too tightly against it.
Leave the protective cover on the laptop! Removing this will leave your Mac open to scratching, which students will be charged for.
Drops
Dropping your MacBook can cause severe damage! This can chip/dent the computer, damage the hardware, crack the screen, and much more.
SuperDrive
Careful how you hold your MacBook! The SuperDrive on the right side of the computer can quickly become compressed with continued mishandling (picking up the laptop with one hand). If damaged, the drive may “eat” your disks, not allow a disk to be inserted, or skip while playing media.