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    Dust and the ThinkPad

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by ZimCS, Nov 29, 2008.

  1. ZimCS

    ZimCS Notebook Enthusiast

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    I used to open up my desktop every month and blow it out to keep dust from accumulating inside. Does a computer like the T61 take in dust as much as a desktop? Is there a good way to keep the insides nice and clean to maximize the life of the laptop? Thanks.
     
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    mr__bean Notebook Evangelist

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    Just put the pipe of a hoover onto the vent and then turn on the hoover for a few minutes to suck out the dust, thats all i usualy do to keep my laptop clean, although sometimes i left up the keyboard and clean the fan directly
     
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    namaiki "basically rocks" Super Moderator

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    Be careful of the hoover; it's possible to burn out your fan that way.
     
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  4. David

    David NBR Random Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    I would say cleaning your laptop once every 3 months would be sufficient. I also recommend doing so with a can of compressed air and damp q-tips.
     
    David, Nov 29, 2008
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