Disconnect any USB , serial (or any other port) devices that may be connected to your wet laptop Remove any plugged-in hard drives, CD/DVD drives, remove the memory modules.

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Have an Oldies but Goodies party. Teens like to dress up and what’s more fun that a poodle skirt or a greaser outfit? The 1950’s or the 60’s were fun filled days and the clothes of these eras make for some great homemade costume ideas that are fairly easy to put together. The music is also quite easy to find and play at your party. Pick the soundtrack from Grease or choose the King himself, Elvis Presley if the 50’s are your favorite. Like something a little funkier? Then I guess its 1960’s party ideas for you. Get the Woodstock soundtrack for some fun music sounds. Bell bottom pants and a tie dyed T shirt will work and so will a mini skirt, an afro wig and some big glasses. Bangle jewelry and head scarves finish the look. For the 50’s poodle skirts and bowling shirts should do the trick.

Purchase cool backpacks that have ergonomic design. This means that the shoulder straps should be lined with mesh to give relief to your shoulders when carrying the backpack. They are designed to distribute the weight of the backpack evenly. The shoulder straps should also be adjustable and padded. You should opt for the ones that limit the area that the backpack connects with on your back; especially if where you live is always hot. Choosing this type will make sure that the air flow is continuous between your back and the laptop carrying case. When looking at these backpacks look for ones that have sternum or waist straps so you can move load off the shoulders to the waist.

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Then I had to tap in a broken piece under her eye and adjust several broken pieces to be as flat as possible. I used a small hammer and a piece of wood to coax pieces back in place. If there had been a piece missing I would have taped a piece of paper on the back of the panel and then soaked it off with water a few days later.