P.C. Richard & Son Blog » Back to School http://blog.pcrichard.com The Official Blog of P.C. Richard & Son & the P.C. Richard & Son Theater Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:35:38 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Enter for a Chance to Win an HP Back to School Bundle! http://blog.pcrichard.com/enter-for-a-chance-to-win-an-hp-back-to-school-bundle/ http://blog.pcrichard.com/enter-for-a-chance-to-win-an-hp-back-to-school-bundle/#comments Mon, 18 Jul 2011 15:39:48 +0000 Allison L. http://blog.pcrichard.com/?p=3692

As beach days make way for back to school, it’s time to start thinking about gearing up to make the grade. There’s no better way to get ready for the school year than with computers, tablets and printers from HP at P.C. Richard & Son! Two lucky students will each win the ultimate back to school bundle to give them the best back to school start ever.

How to Enter

1 Winner Through Facebook and Twitter Enter via our Facebook fan page by filling out the form located here and/or retweet this message on Twitter. 1 Winner In Store Stop by any of our 65 P.C. Richard & Son Superstore locations and fill in the entry form at our convenient sweepstakes kiosk.

What We're Giving Away

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As beach days make way for back to school, it’s time to start thinking about gearing up to make the grade. There’s no better way to get ready for the school year than with computers, tablets and printers from HP at P.C. Richard & Son! Two lucky students will each win the ultimate back to school bundle to give them the best back to school start ever.

How to Enter

1 Winner Through Facebook and Twitter

Enter via our Facebook fan page by filling out the form located here and/or retweet this message on Twitter.

1 Winner In Store

Stop by any of our 65 P.C. Richard & Son Superstore locations and fill in the entry form at our convenient sweepstakes kiosk.

What We’re Giving Away

Two grand prize winners will each receive the following:

HP TouchSmart 610-1150f 23″ All-in-One Touchscreen Desktop PC with Beats Audio

Keep your world clutter free with the all-in-one design of the HP TouchSmart 610-1150f PC, which has a touch-enabled 23″ diagonal widescreen HD LED display, comes with a built-in suite of touch-optimized applications. This HP desktop lets you hear music the way the artist intended with Beats AudioTM Studio Quality Sound. It also has an adjustable-tilt webcam/microphone, Wireless LAN 802.11b/g/n, a Slot Load SuperMulti Blu-ray Burner and a wireless keyboard and wireless optical mouse. Included are TouchSmart apps for music, videos, photos, web browsing, video chatting via the webcam, recipes, notes, calendars and much more.

The HP TouchSmart 610-1150f PC comes with Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit and has a 2nd Generation Intel Core i5-2300 Processor, 6GB PC3-10600 DDR3 memory, a 1TB hard drive and a 6-in-1 memory card reader.

HP PhotoSmart Wireless All-in-One Printer

This inkjet printer has a large 4.33″ color TouchSmart screen that makes it easy to print documents and lab-quality photos, make copies and scan photos, all without turning on your PC. The HP Photosmart Premium e-All-in-One has print speeds of up to 33 pages per minute black and 32 ppm color and integrated wireless 802.11b/g/n so you can print from multiple PCs in your home. You can print Snapfish photos, coupons, movie tickets and other great Web content without a PC using print apps and the HP TouchSmart screen, and HP ePrint makes it easy to send photos, documents and more from any mobile device directly to this all-in-one. If you have a lengthy report and need to save on paper, it prints automatically with 2-sided printing, too!

HP TouchPad 16GB Tablet

The new HP TouchPad is designed to work like you. Letting you connect, play, surf, and share more easily with no barriers or complications; just a seamless flow from one thing to the next. There’s nothing like it! See more about it here.

How would these HP products help you at school? Let us know in the comments. Good luck!

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How To Pack & Move Your Mini Fridge: Keep It Upright!

Step one is getting your fridge into your dorm, right? The most important thing to keep in mind is to keep the fridge upright at all times. Laying your mini fridge horizontally could cause problems with the mechanics that keep your fridge cold when you plug it in. Should you really need to lay it down any other way, try to lay it flat on its back or tilted for as short a time as possible. When you are able to stand it upright, wait 24 hours before plugging it in to allow the system to re-correct itself should anything have shifted during transport.]]> A mini fridge is a necessity for students going away to school. They’re a convenient way to store snacks and drinks while saving on trips to the grocery store… but do you know how to take care of one? Sure, a mini fridge might cost less than the textbooks you need for a semester, but you need to protect your investment. Here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of your fridge so you have it for your entire school career and beyond.

How To Pack & Move Your Mini Fridge: Keep It Upright!

Step one is getting your fridge into your dorm, right? The most important thing to keep in mind is to keep the fridge upright at all times. Laying your mini fridge horizontally could cause problems with the mechanics that keep your fridge cold when you plug it in. Should you really need to lay it down any other way, try to lay it flat on its back or tilted for as short a time as possible. When you are able to stand it upright, wait 24 hours before plugging it in to allow the system to re-correct itself should anything have shifted during transport.

How to Maintain Your Mini Fridge: Keep It Clean and Smelling Fresh

Once you have moved in and have placed food or drinks in your mini fridge, aim to clean it out once a week. Check for expired milk, meat, fruits/veggies or other perishable items and discard them as needed. Should you have a spill in your fridge, clean it out immediately to avoid bacteria, mold, mildew or food-borne illnesses. You may also want to place a small box of baking soda inside to absorb odors.

How to Defrost Your Mini Fridge: Defrost Every Break!

When your mini fridge will be left unattended for long periods of time like when moving out or on Thanksgiving, Winter or Spring breaks, your refrigerator will need to be defrosted. Plan on defrosting your fridge at least 24 hours before you leave. To defrost your mini fridge:

  • Remove and discard any items inside.
  • Unplug your fridge, prop open the door and place a towel or tray underneath it to absorb any water. You may also want to place a towel inside the fridge as moisture accumulates.
  • Leave it overnight.
  • The next morning, wipe down any excess moisture and dry the towels, trays or cloths you used in and around the fridge.

This is also a great time to clean the shelves, drawers or racks your mini fridge may have. Never use harsh or abrasive cleaners inside your fridge, but a hot water/baking soda mixture or warm soapy water will do the trick. Rinse it with a clean rag or sponge and dry.

An important note: ALWAYS make sure your fridge is dry before closing the door to avoid mold and bacteria! A moldy fridge is certainly nto something you want to come back from break to.

How to Use Your Mini Fridge After College

I donated my mini fridge to an upcoming college freshman after I graduated, but there are many things you can use it for should you wish to take it home with you. Here are just some ways to keep using your fridge:

  • Man Cave or Home Theater: Store cold beverages in your man cave or home theater so you don’t have to make your way to the kitchen every time you or your friends need something to wet their whistle.
  • Extra Food Storage: Keep your mini fridge in your utility room, basement or garage and use it as extra space to hold excess leftovers or groceries. This is especially convenient during the holidays or while throwing a party!
  • Mini Fridge as a Wine Cooler: It may not be as great a solution as a proper wine cooler, but will suffice to make space in your actual refrigerator.

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