English14on the plug.• The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in should not exceedthe ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord. Also,the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single walloutlet should not exceed the fuse rating.• Check the documentation that came with your software programs to seeif you can select other combinations of resolution and color. Theseadjustments could make viewing the screen more comfortable.Cleaning and servicingTo clean your computer and keyboard1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord.2 Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior ofthe computer and the keyboard. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.To clean your pointing deviceTo clean a regular mouse (with rubber ball)1 Open the circular cover underneath the mouse.2 Take out the rubber ball and wipe it with a soft, damp cloth.3 Put the ball back and close the cover.To clean an optical mouseFor users of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came withyour mouse for maintenance instructions.To clean your monitorMake sure that you keep your screen clean. For cleaning instructions, referto the documentation that came with your monitor.When to contact a service technician• If you dropped and damaged the computer• If liquid has been spilled into the computer• If the computer is not operating normally• If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and donethe troubleshooting tips discussed in the “Frequently-asked questions”section on page 11