User's Manual

System startup
Now you’re ready to turn on your Apex; however, it’s
a good idea to turn on the monitor and printer before
you turn on the computer.
Make one last check to be sure that the power cord is
plugged into the power inlet (AC INPUT) on the back
panel of the main unit and into a 3-prong, 120-volt,
grounded electrical outlet. Next, turn on the monitor
so you can see the messages that appear as your
computer starts up. Finally, if you have a printer, turn
it on.
Normally you can turn on your computer with or
without a system diskette in the top disk drive, but for
now, leave the drive empty. If you’re ready to turn on
the computer, go ahead and press the POWER switch
on the back panel of the main unit to the ON
position.
You’ll notice that the power indicator on the front
panel lights up and you’ll hear the cooling fan inside
the main unit start. After a few seconds, the computer
begins to perform an internal test.
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Setting Up Your System