I accidentally spilled some protein milk on my laptop keyboard and I reacted quickly by flipping it over and wiping it down with some damp paper towels, then drying it with others. I tilted the laptop to get rid of any leftover liquid and right now all the keys seem to be working fine. I'm concerned about potential long-term damage, though. I've read that isopropyl alcohol can be used for cleaning, but I'm hesitant to pour that directly onto my laptop. Is there a certain time frame I should wait to see if any damage occurs? Or should I be super worried?
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If any of that milk got inside your laptop, it's really important to disassemble it and clean it out with alcohol to prevent corroding components. I recommend taking it to a professional for a thorough cleaning as time is of the essence here. The longer you leave it, the bigger the risk of damage.
Can I just pour alcohol directly on it, or would that be a mistake? Also, is it possible for me to disassemble it myself, or should I definitely get a pro to handle it?