Laptops have become one of the most important parts of our lives be it work, education, gaming or entertainment. However, one mistake that many people make for convenience can be a big disaster for their expensive devices. If you also have the habit of working by placing your laptop on the bed or on a pillow, be careful in time. This habit can burn your laptop's motherboard and the repair cost can put a big dent in your pocket.
Why is using a laptop on the bed dangerous?
How some serious mistakes reduce the life of your laptop. Every laptop has 'air vents' at the bottom to blow out hot air. When you place the laptop on a soft surface like a bed, sofa or blanket, these vents become completely blocked. The laptop heats up quickly due to the hot air not being able to escape. This puts a lot of stress on the chipset and important motherboard, which increases the chances of burning them and also reduces the performance of the device.
When the air does not circulate, the 'cooling fan' starts spinning faster to keep the laptop cool. This causes the fan to deteriorate quickly and the system frequently slows down or lags. Using it for a long time damages both the fan and the motherboard.
Dust can cause circuit damage: Fine dust and fibers from bedsheets, pillows or blankets get inside the laptop. This dust accumulates on the fan, RAM slots, thermal paste and motherboard. This gradually affects the circuitry and the laptop hangs frequently or shuts down suddenly.
Fear of screen and hinge breakage: When working on the bed, the angle of the screen is often not right. Over time, the pressure on the display increases and the hinges become loose. This leads to lines on the display, screen breakage or hinge repairs, which can cost thousands of rupees. The laptop is unstable on a soft surface. Even the slightest movement can cause the laptop to fall down and cause major damage. Also, if there is a bottle of tea, coffee or water near the bed, there is a high chance of spilling liquid and 'shorting' the motherboard.
What to do to keep the laptop safe?
To extend the life of this expensive device, the laptop should always be used on a hard and flat surface. If you need to work in bed, be sure to use a laptop stand or a good cooling pad. Get your laptop serviced and dusted every 6 to 12 months. This little bit of care will keep your laptop safe for a long time and save you from a big financial blow.