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Getting Started
Setting up your computer
Setting up your computer
Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must
be charged before you can use it.
To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the
AC adapter. See
To register your computer online, or to sign up for an Internet
account, you must be connected to the Internet using a modem or
LAN.
Before adding any of these devices to the computer, be sure to
complete
After setting up your computer, you may want to:
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Add more memory
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Connect a mouse
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Connect a full-size keyboard
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Connect an external monitor
Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If
two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only
one is used extensively. Overheating of a PC Card can
result in errors or instability in the PC Card operation.
Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been
used for lengthy periods of time.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps
up to
"Setting up your software" on page 55
adding external or internal components to your
computer. These components include, but are not limited
to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards.
"Connecting to a power source" on page
"Setting up your software" on page
before
51.
55.