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Turning on computer power
Turn on the monitor and other external devices first, and then turn on the
computer. When the power-on self-test (POST) is finished, the logo window closes.
If your computer has preinstalled software, the software installation program
starts.
If you experience any problems during startup, see Chapter 7, “Troubleshooting
and diagnostics,” on page 27. For additional help, refer to Chapter 9, “Getting
information, help, and service,” on page 41. You can get help and information by
telephone through the Customer Support Center. Refer to the safety and warranty
information that is provided with your computer for the Service and Support
worldwide telephone list.
Finishing the software installation
Important
Read the license agreements carefully before using the programs on this
computer. These agreements detail your rights, obligations, and warranties for
the software on this computer. By using these programs, you accept the terms
of the agreements. If you do not accept the agreements, do not use the
programs. Instead, promptly return the entire computer for a full refund.
The first time you start your computer, follow the instructions on the screen to
complete the software installation. If you do not complete the software installation
the first time the computer is turned on, unpredictable results might occur. When
the installation is complete, refer to the Access Help online help system to learn
more about your computer. See “Access Help” on page 42 for instructions on how
to open the online help system.
Note: Some models might have a multilingual version of Microsoft
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Windows
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operating system preinstalled. If your computer has the multilingual
version, you will be prompted to choose a language during the installation
process. After installation, the language version can be changed through the
Windows Control Panel.
Completing important tasks
After you have set up your computer, perform the following tasks, which will save
you time and trouble later:
v Create rescue media, and either diagnostic diskettes or a diagnostic CD image.
Diagnostic programs are used to test hardware components of your computer
and report operating-system-controlled settings that can cause hardware failures.
Making rescue media and diagnostic diskettes or a diagnostic CD image ahead
of time assures that you will be able to run diagnostics if the Rescue and
Recovery workspace becomes inaccessible. For more information, see “PC-Doctor
for DOS” on page 29, “PC-Doctor for Windows PE” on page 31 or “Creating and
using rescue media” on page 37.
v Record your computer machine type, model, and serial number. If you need
service or technical support, you will probably be asked for this information. For
further information, refer to the safety and warranty information that is
provided with your computer.
Chapter 3. Setting up your computer 11