Customizing Your Work Area
Table 2–3 Positioning Your System Components
Adjust your chair so that...
Your feet are flat on the floor–use a footrest if needed.
Your legs form a right angle to the floor.
The backs of your knees are free from the seat cushion.
The body weight rests on the spine with support of the
lower back region.
Adjust your monitor and keyboard so that...
Your wrists are straight and supported. Keyboard, mouse,
and mousepad are at elbow height.
Your elbows are close to your sides, with your upper arms
perpendicular to the floor.
You maintain a neutral neck posture (not straining or
tilting up or down) with the top of the video screen no
higher than eye level.
Adjust lighting and monitor so that...
Light is directed away from the screen to reduce glare.
Look away to distant objects frequently. Use the tilt and
swivel capabilities of your monitor to place it in the most
comfortable position for your own use.
The screen is the correct distance for your vision.
Preparing to Install Your System 2–5
