Cleaning Your PC

 Some people may think an occasional dusting of their PC is all it needs but it is important to clean your PC regularly. Regular cleaning can prevent the build up of dust which can cause a great expense in maintenance fee
Below is a list of items needed to help clean your PC. ( F, Ion. 2009.)
• Compressed air
• Isopropyl rubbing alcohol
• Lint-free or a micro fabric cloth
• Paper towels
• Q-tips
• Scissors
• Swiffer Dry refill sheets
• Masking tape
• Vacuum with removable or crevice tool
Before you start cleaning switch of  your computer

1. Start with cord management- begin by untangling and removing external cables. Then using a micro fiber cloth and damping it with isopropyl rubbing alcohol, run it along the cord removing all dust.
2. Cleaning your case- ensure power supply is off first lay the case on its side and remove the side door. To get rid of dust around the mother board, take the can of compressed air and ensure the straw is securely inserted. Stand the case upright and hold the can upright as well, squeeze the trigger to blast air in the direction of the key components in the case: crevice between the fan, connection ports etc.
3. Wipe down fans- using different piece of lint free cloth, wipe the fan blades.Then add droplets of the isopropyl alcohol, and run it along the inside s of the case. Use q-tips to clean tight spots. Then allow to dry and close the case when finished.
4.      Make your own filter- using a Swiffer dry refill sheet cut the sheet to fit the grill outside the frame of the case and affix it with a masking tape. Be sure to place the filter only where air is being sucked in, and remember to replace the filter every few months.
5.      Clean your mouse- using the lint free cloth and the isopropyl rubbing alcohol, wipe the outside of the mouse. Cleaning solution should never come in contact with the optical sensor at the bottom of the mouse.
6.      Clean your key board- turn the keyboard upside down to remove small particles stuck in the crevice or use the compressed air to loosen the particles. Then use the isopropyl alcohol with a q-tip to clean grease off the surface and between each keys.
7.      Then finally clean the Monitor- using a microfiber cloth gently wipe the screen to remove dust, finger prints etc. One can add 70% of isopropyl alcohol to distiller water to the cloth to clean as well.








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