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Turning On the Computer
After you set up your system, you’re ready to turn on the
power. But first, read the following safety rules to avoid
accidentally damaging your computer or injuring yourself:
Do not connect or disconnect any peripheral device or
power cables when the computer’s power is on.
Never turn on the computer with a protector card in a
diskette drive.
Never turn off or reset your computer while a disk drive
light is on. This can destroy data stored on the disk.
Always wait at least five seconds after you turn off the
power before you turn it on again. This allows the
computer to clear and reset its memory.
Do not leave a beverage on top of or next to your computer
or any of its components. Spilled liquid can damage the
circuitry of your equipment.
Always turn off the power, disconnect the computer’s
power cord, and wait 30 seconds before you remove the
cover. Only remove the cover to access internal devices.
Follow these steps to turn on your system:
1.
Make sure the power cord is plugged into the power inlet
on the back panel of the computer and into a properly
grounded (earthed) electrical outlet.
2.
Place your system components in an arrangement that suits
you. (See step 1, “Choosing a Location,” for a typical setup.)
3.
Turn on the monitor, printer, and any other peripheral
devices connected to the computer.
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Setting Up Your System