User's Manual

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Starting up
Powering on your UMPC
Like a regular desktop PC, your UMPC automatically runs a series of diagnostic tests
called Power-On Self Test (POST) upon turning it on. After POST is completed, your
UMPC boots up, then its Windows
®
operating system starts automatically.
To power on your UMPC:
1. Locate the power switch at the left side of your UMPC.
2. Press the switch down to turn on the UMPC. The
UMPC boots up, then the operating system starts
automatically.
3. Use your UMPC as you would use a regular desktop
PC.
Power switch
NOTES:
• If your UMPC does not turn on, check if the Hold key is in Hold (red) mode or if the
battery pack is charged.
• To set or modify the system conguration, press [F2] upon boot up to enter the
BIOS setup.
Conserving power
Your UMPC is equipped with power saving features which helps conserve power and
maximizes your UMPC’s performance.
Selecting a power plan
One of these power saving features is the power plan which is a collection of advanced
power management settings.
To select a power plan:
1. From your UMPC screen, go to Start > Control Panel > Mobile PC > Change
battery settings.
2. Select or customize a power plan from the list of existing power plans.