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Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Other documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Selecting a place to work 29 Setting up a work environment 29 Keeping yourself comfortable 30 Computer user comfort recommendations .......30 Good Working Posture 30 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 31 Typing style 32 Taking breaks and varying tasks 32 Mobile computing tips 33 Transporting the notebook 33 Seeking additional help 33 18
Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Other documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Selecting a place to work 29 Setting up a work environment 29 Keeping yourself comfortable 30 Computer user comfort recommendations .......30 Good Working Posture 30 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 31 Typing style 32 Taking breaks and varying tasks 32 Mobile computing tips 33 Transporting the notebook 33 Seeking additional help 33 18
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... your wrists on a work surface that is clear. Support your arms on the screen is above your elbow height you may need to slope the notebook to keep your wrists straight. ❖ Work with relaxed shoulders. ❖ When typing, keep your wrists straight and try not to your elbow level. Keeping... flat on the floor and the bottom of your thighs should be evenly supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be tilted so that the image on your forearm area. Avoid pressure points behind the knee or under the thigh. ❖ The space...
... your wrists on a work surface that is clear. Support your arms on the screen is above your elbow height you may need to slope the notebook to keep your wrists straight. ❖ Work with relaxed shoulders. ❖ When typing, keep your wrists straight and try not to your elbow level. Keeping... flat on the floor and the bottom of your thighs should be evenly supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be tilted so that the image on your forearm area. Avoid pressure points behind the knee or under the thigh. ❖ The space...
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...keyboard, mouse and monitor. ❖ The keyboard and mouse (or trackball) should be close to your eyes. If you adjust the brightness of your notebook display to a comfortable level to prevent possible eye strain. ❖ Keep your head level, facing forward and balanced over your torso. ❖ Adjust...forearm area by the desk surface or the chair arm supports. Getting Started 31 Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid glare: position the notebook so that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next ...
...keyboard, mouse and monitor. ❖ The keyboard and mouse (or trackball) should be close to your eyes. If you adjust the brightness of your notebook display to a comfortable level to prevent possible eye strain. ❖ Keep your head level, facing forward and balanced over your torso. ❖ Adjust...forearm area by the desk surface or the chair arm supports. Getting Started 31 Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid glare: position the notebook so that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next ...
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...on an elevated surface. Typing style ❖ Learn to touch type so that you don't have to occasionally stand while using the notebook. Make sure you might consider customized prescription computer glasses. You will be more productive. ❖ Use the pointing device (e.g., touch pad..., Accupoint®, or tablet pen whichever is available with your notebook computer, or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts...
...on an elevated surface. Typing style ❖ Learn to touch type so that you don't have to occasionally stand while using the notebook. Make sure you might consider customized prescription computer glasses. You will be more productive. ❖ Use the pointing device (e.g., touch pad..., Accupoint®, or tablet pen whichever is available with your notebook computer, or other optional pointing devices like mouse or trackball) with straight wrists. ❖ Type lightly. ❖ Learn the keyboard shortcuts...
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... work is affecting your health, try to identify the sources of your computer. These sensations may be treated. Transporting the notebook Although your notebook is light, carrying it may be caused by serious medical conditions that you take frequent breaks and change your posture frequently ...surface. Seeking additional help Follow the advice from your body. ❖ Be creative, when in a hotel room, use a rolled up the notebook in an optimal position. To position the computer at work ❖ Take short, strategically spaced rest breaks to reduce the stress. Using your...
... work is affecting your health, try to identify the sources of your computer. These sensations may be treated. Transporting the notebook Although your notebook is light, carrying it may be caused by serious medical conditions that you take frequent breaks and change your posture frequently ...surface. Seeking additional help Follow the advice from your body. ❖ Be creative, when in a hotel room, use a rolled up the notebook in an optimal position. To position the computer at work ❖ Take short, strategically spaced rest breaks to reduce the stress. Using your...