Turning Off The Computer; Startup Problems - General Dynamics Itronix GoBook MR-1 Manual

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Turning Off the Computer

Turning off the computer properly is important to maintaining your GoBook MR-1.
To Turn off Your Computer
Select Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn off and follow the instructions on the screen, or press the
briefly.
WARNING do not press and hold the power button to shut the notebook off as this may cause damage to the
system components
If you are going to be away from the computer for a short period, there are ways to conserve power without shutting
down the system. See Power Management
NOTE If you are unable to shut down your computer normally, follow the instructions in Troubleshooting.
CAUTION Shutting off the computer improperly may result in data loss.

Startup Problems?

If your computer does not startup properly, try these solutions first:
Connect the AC adapter
NOTE Push the DC jack firmly into the computer until it "clicks." If the AC adapter is connected and
functioning properly, the Power LED on the AC adapter should be lit as well as the
the GoBook MR-1.
If the AC adapter is connected but the unit will still not turn on, make sure the electrical outlet
you are using is working
Check to make sure the battery is installed and charged properly
If the battery does not begin charging, perform the following:
1. Remove the battery
2. Connect the AC adapter
3. Turn on the computer by pressing the
4. Reinstall the
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and Battery Tips
to charge the battery if it is not charged
battery. The Battery LED
for details.
Power Button
is a steady blue while the battery is charging
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power button
External Power LED on
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