It has been quite a week… and it seems that my computer took control of much of my time. Not really, but knowing that I’m always anxious to learn (or ‘relearn’) something on my computer, this was a new experience. I’ve been hooked on computer technology since the early 1980s.
To describe my present computer, which I purchased almost two years ago,it will help to understand the event. It is a 15" HP computer that is a tablet with a full keyboard that is attached with magnets; my preference now that my office has changed size from a full basement suite, to my favorite chair near the large window where I can enjoy the view of our 'green valley’. This week, when I checked my messages and emails first thing in the morning, I noticed that the computer screen had come out of the frame at the left lower area and it seemed somewhat warped. Why?
I called the company who sold the computer to me and described the situation. I was told to turn off the computer and not use it until I could bring it in to them. When they had a look at it, it took about 30 seconds to figure out the problem... the battery had heated, expanded, and pushed out the screen. I was fortunate that I had reported it quickly because there didn't seem to be any damage to the screen. When he told me what would have contributed to this problem, I was amazed and was not aware of the danger. I had always kept my computer plugged in to the power source, and just had it "sleep" when I wasn't using it. Apparently, because the operating hardware is all in the tablet, and should be plugged in only until it is fully charged, and reconnect when notified that it needs to be recharged.
I don't remember ever hearing that before, and I'm thinking there may be others who would be interested because a 'laptop' is not always the kind that was first introduced to the retail market. This information may be helpful to you and/or your friends too.
Tags: Computer Repairs Learning
