Safe way to CLEAN your Computer hardwares ^^

Subject: Safe way to CLEAN your Computer hardwares ^^ Wed Oct 08, 2008 6:23 pm

Tip: Cleaning LCD Monitors
Use a solution of diluted isopropyl alcohol, no more than a 50% solution and mix it with water.
Use a very soft cloth, Don't use paper towels or anything more abrasive. Absolutely do NOT use anything with ammonia in it will melt the plastic surface.

Tip: Cleaning the insides of your PC
Use paint brush (make sure its a non-static nylon bristle) a vacuum cleaner, brush off the dust buildup. A can of compressed air is also useful for sections that needs cleaning but cant reach by brushing.

Tip: Cleaning the CD-ROM's Lens
You can buy an inexpensive CD lens cleaner on any computer shop, doing so once a week will prevent build-up of dust, don't wait for the CD-ROM to fail before cleaning it, preventive maintenance is still the best way.

Tip:Contact cleaner for PCB slot
You can use a pencil eraser to remove dirt or grind on the contacts made from copper or gold, Avoid using any alcohol or eraser on a carbon type contact since you will permanently erase it.

Tip: Clean the Fan!
You can use a slightly damp cloth mixed with dish soap, by doing so you'll have an optimal flow of air for removing heat and lower down the noise generated by the fan.

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