Turning On Computer Power - Lenovo ThinkCentre A61e 6418 User Manual

10. Connect the power cords to properly grounded electrical outlets.
Note: For more information about connectors, refer to the Access Help online help

Turning on computer power

Turn on the monitor and other external devices first, and then turn on the
computer. When the power-on self-test (POST) is finished, the logo window closes.
If your computer has preinstalled software, the software installation program
starts. If your computer does not have a preinstalled operating system, go to
"Installing other operating systems" on page 11.
If you experience any problems during startup, see Chapter 7, "Troubleshooting
and diagnostics," on page 25. For additional help, refer to Chapter 9, "Getting
information, help, and service," on page 41. You can get help and information by
telephone through the Customer Support Center. Refer to the safety and warranty
information that is provided with your computer for the Service and Support
worldwide telephone list.
1 USB
Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB connection,
such as a keyboard, mouse, scanner, printer, or personal digital
assistant (PDA).
2 Serial
Use this connector to attach an external modem, serial printer, or
other device that uses a 9-pin serial connector.
3 S-video
Use this connector to attach a television set that has an S-Video
connector. This connector is present on some high-performance video
adapters.
4 Parallel
Use this connector to attach a parallel printer or any other device that
requires a 25-pin parallel connection.
5 Ethernet
Use this connector to attach the computer to an Ethernet-type local
area network or to a cable modem.
Important: To operate the computer within FCC limits when it is
connected to an Ethernet network, use a Category 5 Ethernet cable.
6 IEEE 1394
This connector is sometimes called Firewire because it transmits data
rapidly. There are two types of IEEE 1394 connectors: the 4-pin and
the 6-pin. IEEE 1394 offers connection to several types of consumer
electronics, including digital audio devices and scanners.
system. See "Access Help" on page 42 for instructions on how to open the
online help system.
Chapter 3. Setting up your computer
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