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Connecting to a power source – Toshiba Equium 3100 M User Manual

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Adding other components

Install any additional components or accessories at this time.

Adding memory

Your computer comes with enough memory to run most popular applications. With additional
memory, the computer:

q Can run more programs and open more documents at the same time.

q Will run applications faster.

Additional memory is available from your dealer in the form of modules that fit inside the
computer.

Connecting to a power source

Before connecting your computer to a power source, read the following sections.

Power precautions

The following suggestions help prevent injury to you or damage to the computer.

q Do not plug in AC power cables until you have connected all the system components.

q Always plug power cables into grounded outlets.

q Never connect or disconnect components with the power on.

q Use a power filter/

surge protector (not included) for AC power connections to your system

and any phone/

modem connections.

q In the event of a severe electrical storm, disconnect all the power cables and the telephone

cable.

q The system is configured for European standard 220V/240V 50 Hz power. Before

connecting to a lower voltage source (110V/120V 60 Hz AC), refer to the

next section

.

q Do not modify, forcibly bend, damage, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the

power cable. The cable may otherwise become damaged, resulting in fire or electric shock.

q If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. There is

a possibility of fire or electric shock.

q Do not pull directly on the power cable when removing the power plug from the power

source. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet.

q Do not remove the power plug with wet hands. This may cause an electric shock.

Setting the voltage switch

Computers purchased in Europe are configured for 230 VAC operation. Computers purchased in
the United States or other countries may be set to 110/120 VAC. To operate the computer in
a country that uses a different voltage than the country of purchase, you must change the voltage
selection and use a plug adapter. The voltage selection switch is on the back panel.

To change the voltage selection, insert the tip of a pen into one of the holes on the switch, then
slide the switch to the correct setting.