User's Manual

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Chapter 3
Getting Started
This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer. It
covers the following topics:
❑ Setting up your work space — for your health and safety
NOTE: Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. This
guide, which is included with the computer, explains product liability.
❑ Opening the display
❑ Connecting the AC adaptor
❑ Turning on the power
❑ Windows XP Professional/2000 setup
❑ Turning off the power
❑ Restarting the computer
❑ Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery CD-ROM
If you are a new user, follow the steps in each section of this chapter as you prepare
to operate your computer.
NOTE: All users should read the section Windows XP Professional/2000
setup.
Setting up your work space
Establishing a comfortable work site is important for you and your computer. A
poor work environment or stressful work habits can result in discomfort or serious
injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. Proper ambient
conditions should also be maintained for the computer’s operation. This section
discusses the following topics:
❑ General conditions
❑ Placement of the computer
❑ Seating and posture