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keeping computers in a
good state of repair. A
computer containing
accumulated dust and
debris may not run
properly.
Disk Cleanup (cleanmgr.exe) is a computer
maintenance utility included in Microsoft
Windows designed to free up disk space on a
computer's hard drive. The utility first
searches and analyzes the hard drive for files
that are no longer of any use, and then
removes the unnecessary files.
Compression of old files
Temporary Internet files
Temporary Windows files
Downloaded program files
Recycle Bin
Removal of unused applications or optional
Windows components
Setup log files
Offline web pages (cached)
The disk is periodically checked for file system
errors, bad sectors, lost clusters, etc.,
during Automatic Maintenance and you now no
longer need to really go and run it. In fact,
Windows 8 now even exposes the state of the
file-system and disk via the Action Center or
under the Drive properties in File Explorer. If
potential errors are found, you will be informed
about it. You can continue to use the computer,
while the scan is carried out in the background. If
errors are found, you may be prompted via a
notification to restart your computer.
To begin the scan, right-click on the Drive which you wish
to check and select Properties. Next, click on Tools
tab and under Error-checking, click on
the Check button. This option will check the drive for file
system errors.
If the system detects that there are errors, you will be asked to
check the disk. If no errors are found, you will see a message
You dont need to scan this drive. You can, nevertheless,
choose to check the drive. Click on Scan drive to do so.
The scanning starts. I found that the process ran quite fast
and the scanning was over in less than 5 minutes.
On completion, Windows 8 will display
a message. If no errors are found it will
say so.
Restart your computer to repair the file
system. You can restart right away or
schedule the error fixing on next
restart.
When I clicked on Show Details, the
Event Viewer sprang to life, showing
me the relevant log.
Replacing Consumables
Ensure that you change the consumables at the required intervals.
Dependent upon scanner model, this may include:
Pick roller
Brake roller
Separation roller
Pad Assembly
1.Gather the tools you need. You need compressed air and a screwdriver
(only needed if you must use a screwdriver to open the computer case). A
small vacuum might clean up the mess you make around the computer,
but should never be used inside it. A dust mask is suggested because it
can save you a bit of sneezing if you need to clean a computer quickly.
*Compressed air is freezing cold when it leaves the can; don't let frost form on
your chips
*A lot of dust can be raised; try not to breathe it. If the PC is very dusty, take it
out of doors before using the compressed air.
8.Make sure the heatsink fan is clean. The heat sink sits over the processor, and
it is a collection of metal ridges that stick up away from the motherboard. If this
fan does not function properly, the processor will overheat, resulting in
degraded performance or permanent damage.
9.Look around the entire inside and outside for any dust you may have missed.
Once you are sure it is cleaned thoroughly, carefully replace the sides. Do not
try to force them into place.
10.Clean up your work space. The initial run will churn up a lot of particulates.
Depending on your workspace, you may need to get a small vacuum and clean the
area around the computer. Do not use a vacuum on the inside of the computer. You
might want to consider leaving your machine open while you do this. Airborne dust
inside the computer will begin to settle and you can make your effort exceptionally
productive if you make a second run
11.Close your computer. After you've finished dusting, replace the side of your
machine and any screws. Once the machine is tightly shut, return it to its usual spot
and reattach the power cord and other cables. (You might consider cleaning this
entire area to remove excess materials that can contribute to dust intake.) If you
flipped the master power switch on the back of your machine off, be sure to turn it on
again or your machine will not start. A clean computer will run significantly cooler and
last much longer than a computer clogged up with dust and debris.
Dusting External Part of Computer
CLEAN THE SURFACES
Generally speaking, you can wipe down the outside of the console, mouse, printer,
monitor, and keyboard using nothing more than a dry cloth. For some items, but not
the monitor screen, you can wet a paper towel with household cleaner, such as
Formula 409, and then do some rubbing to remove any buildup.
When using liquids to clean the outside of a computer, avoid spilling liquid inside the
computer. Wring out that sponge!
Do not spray cleaner on the computer case; instead, first spray it on a paper towel
and then clean the case.
Sometimes, it helps to turn over the keyboard and give it a good shake. Be
prepared for gross stuff to come out
TIP:The best way to avoid a dirty keyboard is to not eat while you use the
computer.
You can clean keycaps by using a pencil eraser. Keep in mind that the more
you use a computer keyboard, the more likely it is that certain key cap labels
wear off. If you use a pencil eraser to clean key caps, take a vacuum to the
keyboard immediately afterward to rid the keyboards guts of eraser stubble.
Cleaning an LCD monitor is trickier because not only should you not spray
anything on the monitor, you also need to avoid using alcohol or ammonia to
clean the thing. The best way to clean an LCD monitor is to use an LCD
monitor-cleaning kit. For general cleaning, a lint-free or microfiber cloth
works fine. In fact, your monitor may have come with this type of cloth.
Clean a monitor when its turned off. That way, you can best see the screen.
Watch Video 342 to see a cleaning of a LCD monitor. Video 642 shows
cleaning of a CRT monitor: