Resetting The C120/C140; Normal Reset; Memory Reset; To Reset The C120/C140 - Compaq C120 Getting Started

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Resetting the C120/C140

You should reset the C1 20/C 140 whenever you suspect some external
abnormality has caused it to malfunction.
Whenever you perform the reset procedure described below, the C120/ C140
checks whether memory contents are corrupted, and then automatically
performs either normal reset or memory reset.

Normal Reset

Performing the reset operation when the C1 20/C 140 is hung up or
experiencing other operational problems but no corruption of memory
contents resets the C120/CI40 without affecting memory contents or
settings. A normal reset causes the Desktop to appear on the screen.

Memory Reset

Performing the reset operation after memory data has been corrupted
clears memory contents and settings, and causes the welcome wizard
screen to appear. Set up the C120/C140 in accordance with the on-screen
guidance.

To reset the C120/C140

1 Press the power switch to turn on the C120/CI40.
2 Use the stylus to press the reset button.
This causes the C120/C140 to turn off.
Always use the stylus that comes with the C120/CI40 whenever
performing any touch screen operation. Using any other object can result
in damage to and malfunction of the C120/C140.
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Turn the C120/CI40 back on to resume the reset operation.
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