❖
Scan all new files for viruses.
This precaution is especially important for files you
receive via diskette or email, or download from the
Internet.
Setting up your computer
Your computer contains a rechargeable battery that needs to
be charged before you can use it.
To use external power or to charge the battery, you must
attach the AC adapter. See
page
51.
To register your computer online, or to sign up for an Internet
account, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone
line. See
Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to:
❖
Add more memory
❖
Connect a mouse (see
mouse" on page
❖
Connect a full-size keyboard (see
external USB keyboard" on page
❖
Connect an external monitor (see
external devices" on page 53
devices" on page
❖
Connect a local printer (see
page
❖
Install PC Cards (see
"Connecting the modem" on page
48)
104)
48)
Getting Started
Setting up your computer
"Connecting to an AC outlet" on
"Connecting an external USB
"Connecting an
48)
"Connecting other
and
"Using external display
"Connecting a printer" on
"Using PC Cards" on page
43
49.
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