I am A+ Cert. computer technician. I've dealt with this problem many times before, and recently used this post to help me with a MacBook Air spill. (Full disclosure: I'm not an attorney, so I always research before fixing new technologies).
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I am an [http://certification.comptia.org/getCertified/certifications/a.aspx|A+ Certified] computer technician, and have dealt with this problem many times. I recently used this post to help with a MacBook Air spill, and found it to be very informative. In the spirt of contribution, here's what I have to offer (Full disclosure: I now practice law, so please forgive my excessive footnoting):
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'''This is my time tested method for emergency liquid extraction from a closed keyboard.''' Please note: thus assumes that you follow the other steps above (e.g.g., shut off asap, clean with alcohol). It also does not fully address the long run corrosion concerns that come with non-water spill. However, you always want to immediately remove as much of the liquid as possible. My method is below. FYI, I use asterisks ("**") to indicate footnotes. Read the footnotes.
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'''My time tested method for emergency liquid extraction from a closed keyboard.''' (''Please note:'' this assumes that you know and follow the vital steps mentioned in earlier posts (e.g.g., shut off asap, clean with alcohol). It also does not fully address the long run corrosion concerns that come with non-water spills. This process is about minimizing the risk of damage by immediately extracting as much liquid as possible.
UPDATE: I took an example picture for illustration: ([https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-cyyjZrZszocnZuRXNIXzE4ODg/edit?usp=sharing|View Image]).
'''Step-By-Step:'''
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''(FYI, I use asterisks ("**") to indicate footnotes. Read the footnotes.)''
# ''Supplies Needed:''
## Clean, static free, work table/enviorment.
## A regular kitchen-type funnel ([https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-cyyjZrZszocnZuRXNIXzE4ODg/edit?usp=sharing|see example image]), I use one w/ a 10" diameter.
## A Shop-Vac.*
# ''The Process:''
## With power off, place PC** on static-free table.***
## Make sure that you have dryer, and cleaned, the exterior of the PC.
## Set the funnel on the keyboard****, wide-part facing down. Begin with the area of the spill.
## Take the extension hose from you Vac and place it over the small end of the funnel. *****
## Turn the Vac on and leave it on for about 5 minutes.
## Move funnel to another part of the keyboard and repeat until you're satisfied.
''Footnotes:''
'''*''' A regular Vac with a detachable hose will Prob. work but I've never tried...whether it'll generate too much static is my concern there.
'''**''' I recognize it's a Mac, but PC is 33% faster to type. lol.
'''***''' PC should be in regular open position.
'''****''' This should go without saying, but don't place the funnel in such a way that it will turn the PC on (e.g., by pressing the power button).
'''*****''' The idea is to use the funnel to distribute suction force across the entire area beneath the funnel. Think about a plunger, minus the "plunge."
I am A+ Cert. computer technician. I've dealt with this problem many times before, and recently used this post to help me with a MacBook Air spill. (Full disclosure: I'm not an attorney, so I always research before fixing new technologies).
'''This is my time tested method for emergency liquid extraction from a closed keyboard.''' Please note: thus assumes that you follow the other steps above (e.g.g., shut off asap, clean with alcohol). It also does not fully address the long run corrosion concerns that come with non-water spill. However, you always want to immediately remove as much of the liquid as possible. My method is below. FYI, I use asterisks ("**") to indicate footnotes. Read the footnotes.
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UPDATE: I took an example picture for illustration: ([https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-cyyjZrZszocnZuRXNIXzE4ODg/edit?usp=sharing|View Image]).
'''Step-By-Step:'''
# ''Supplies Needed:''
## Clean, static free, work table/enviorment.
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## A regular kitchen-type funnel ([http://www.blitzusa.com/products/oil/Funnels/images/05015%20Medium%20Funnel.jpg|see example image]), I use one w/ a 10" diameter.
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## A regular kitchen-type funnel ([https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-cyyjZrZszocnZuRXNIXzE4ODg/edit?usp=sharing|see example image]), I use one w/ a 10" diameter.
## A Shop-Vac.*
# ''The Process:''
## With power off, place PC** on static-free table.***
## Make sure that you have dryer, and cleaned, the exterior of the PC.
## Set the funnel on the keyboard****, wide-part facing down. Begin with the area of the spill.
## Take the extension hose from you Vac and place it over the small end of the funnel. *****
## Turn the Vac on and leave it on for about 5 minutes.
## Move funnel to another part of the keyboard and repeat until you're satisfied.
''Footnotes:''
'''*''' A regular Vac with a detachable hose will Prob. work but I've never tried...whether it'll generate too much static is my concern there.
'''**''' I recognize it's a Mac, but PC is 33% faster to type. lol.
'''***''' PC should be in regular open position.
'''****''' This should go without saying, but don't place the funnel in such a way that it will turn the PC on (e.g., by pressing the power button).
'''*****''' The idea is to use the funnel to distribute suction force across the entire area beneath the funnel. Think about a plunger, minus the "plunge."
I am A+ Cert. computer technician. I've dealt with this problem many times before, and recently used this post to help me with a MacBook Air spill. (Full disclosure: I'm not an attorney, so I always research before fixing new technologies).
'''This is my time tested method for emergency liquid extraction from a closed keyboard.''' Please note: thus assumes that you follow the other steps above (e.g.g., shut off asap, clean with alcohol). It also does not fully address the long run corrosion concerns that come with non-water spill. However, you always want to immediately remove as much of the liquid as possible. My method is below. FYI, I use asterisks ("**") to indicate footnotes. Read the footnotes.
'''Step-By-Step:'''
# ''Supplies Needed:''
## Clean, static free, work table/enviorment.
## A regular kitchen-type funnel ([http://www.blitzusa.com/products/oil/Funnels/images/05015%20Medium%20Funnel.jpg|see example image]), I use one w/ a 10" diameter.
## A Shop-Vac.*
# ''The Process:''
## With power off, place PC** on static-free table.***
## Make sure that you have dryer, and cleaned, the exterior of the PC.
## Set the funnel on the keyboard****, wide-part facing down. Begin with the area of the spill.
## Take the extension hose from you Vac and place it over the small end of the funnel. *****
## Turn the Vac on and leave it on for about 5 minutes.
## Move funnel to another part of the keyboard and repeat until you're satisfied.
''Footnotes:''
'''*''' A regular Vac with a detachable hose will Prob. work but I've never tried...whether it'll generate too much static is my concern there.
'''**''' I recognize it's a Mac, but PC is 33% faster to type. lol.
'''***''' PC should be in regular open position.
'''****''' This should go without saying, but don't place the funnel in such a way that it will turn the PC on (e.g., by pressing the power button).
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'''*****''' The idea is to use the funnel to distribute the suction force across the entire area beneath the funnel.
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'''*****''' The idea is to use the funnel to distribute suction force across the entire area beneath the funnel. Think about a plunger, minus the "plunge."
I am A+ Cert. computer technician. I've dealt with this problem many times before, and recently used this post to help me with a MacBook Air spill. (Full disclosure: I'm not an attorney, so I always research before fixing new technologies).
'''This is my time tested method for emergency liquid extraction from a closed keyboard.''' Please note: thus assumes that you follow the other steps above (e.g.g., shut off asap, clean with alcohol). It also does not fully address the long run corrosion concerns that come with non-water spill. However, you always want to immediately remove as much of the liquid as possible. My method is below. FYI, I use asterisks ("**") to indicate footnotes. Read the footnotes.
'''Step-By-Step:'''
# ''Supplies Needed:''
## Clean, static free, work table/enviorment.
## A regular kitchen-type funnel ([http://www.blitzusa.com/products/oil/Funnels/images/05015%20Medium%20Funnel.jpg|see example image]), I use one w/ a 10" diameter.
## A Shop-Vac.*
# ''The Process:''
## With power off, place PC** on static-free table.***
## Make sure that you have dryer, and cleaned, the exterior of the PC.
## Set the funnel on the keyboard****, wide-part facing down. Begin with the area of the spill.
## Take the extension hose from you Vac and place it over the small end of the funnel. *****
## Turn the Vac on and leave it on for about 5 minutes.
## Move funnel to another part of the keyboard and repeat until you're satisfied.
''Footnotes:''
'''*''' A regular Vac with a detachable hose will Prob. work but I've never tried...whether it'll generate too much static is my concern there.
'''**''' I recognize it's a Mac, but PC is 33% faster to type. lol.
'''***''' PC should be in regular open position.
'''****''' This should go without saying, but don't place the funnel in such a way that it will turn the PC on (e.g., by pressing the power button).
'''*****''' The idea is to use the funnel to distribute the suction force across the entire area beneath the funnel.
Good Luck!