Computer Preventive Maintenance

I have noticed that it seems as though my truck seems to
run much better after I've cleaned it and removed all that
dirt and mud.

My truck actually doesn't run any better, but my attitude
towards a clean truck is much better than when it was dirty.

A clean computer will cause you to have that same type of
attitude but in this case, your computer will perform any task
you command it to do much faster.

Its very important to keep your computer's work area and the components of the computer itself clean.This applies to both
inside and outside of the System Unit, Monitor, Printer,
Keyboard and Mouse.

Always refer to the manual of the computer or component when
you want to perform any preventive maintenance. Be certain to
remove any and all Electrical Static Buildup from your body and clothes before working with components

Preventive Maintenance Of The System Unit

The inside the the System Unit gathers dust over time and can become rather hot. Electrical charge inside the system unit
attracts dust and keeps this dust on such components as the
CPU and its Cooling Fan.

Eventually this dust cause a heat buildup inside the case and
shortens the life expectancy of the components.

Cleaning Of The System Unit

At Least Once A Year remove the system unit cover and
use compressed air in a can to blow off dust from all Drives,
Chips, Connectors and their Connections.

Be sure to perform the same preventive maintenance on the Motherboard as well. Slightly tilt the system unit case in such
a way as to blow bust from the top of the motherboard and
then try to carefully do the same behind the board.

Over time dust buildup behind the motherboard can cause it
to shorten out on the case itself. Never use a Nylon Brush or
anything that may cause Static Electricity.

ESD or electrical static buildup could easily damage your
CMOS and other chips mounted on the board.

Preventive Maintenance Of The Mouse

If you notice that the cursor on the screen is rather sluggish or
there seems to be a dead spot in your mouse, most likely your
mouse is in need of cleaning.

Follow these simple steps to clean the mouse after the PC is
turned off and the mouse has been disconnected from the rear
of the system unit:

Turn the mouse upside down and remove the plastic plate
that holds the ball in its socket. Follow the direction of the
arrow to remove the plastic plate. Use slight finger pressure
when turning the plate.

Turn the mouse right side up and remove the ball from the
socket. Clean the ball with mild soap and warm water.
Do Not use alcohol since this will cause the rubber to dry
and crack.

Clean the rollers in the socket with a link-free swab and
alcohol. Turn the rollers with your finger to ensure all dirt has
been removed.

Take a good look at the pins at the end of the mouse
connector for bent,dirty, broken, or pins that may have been
pushed in.

Check the mouse connection on the back of the computer
for any signs of wear and tear or any other type of damage.

After you've finish cleaning both the ball and ball cavity, place
the ball inside the mouse and replace the plastic plate. Rotate
and/or push the plate to lock it in place.

Reconnect the mouse to the computer and turn the system on.
The cursor on the screen should now move freely and smoothly.
Be sure you have a clean mouse pad with no wet, cracked,
or rough spots.

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