Compaq 6500 Personal Computer User Manual


 
Getting to Know Your Computer
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To power the notebook using the supplied Universal AC Adapter, refer to the following
instructions:
1. Connect the Universal AC Adapter cord to the External Power input port on the
notebook computer (Figure 2-6, step 1). The arrow on the connector should be on top.
2. Plug the power cord into the Universal AC Adapter (Figure 2-6, step 2).
3. Plug the power cord into a working electrical outlet (Figure 2-6, step 3).
4. Flip down the I/O connector cover to support the notebook to create a comfortable
typing angle (Figure 2-6, step 4).
5. After you have plugged the notebook into its power source, press the Suspend/Power
button to turn the notebook computer On (Figure 2-7).
If the notebook does not power up, check the connections between the Universal AC
Adapter and the notebook computer. If the notebook computer still does not power up,
please refer to the chapter on “Troubleshooting.”
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Figure 2-6 Connecting the Universal AC Adapter