Apple PowerBook G3 - Manual (Page 58)

Problems starting up the computer
The computer doesn’t start up.
m The battery may need recharging. Plug the power cord into a working
outlet and then plug the power adapter into the computer. Let the battery
recharge for a few minutes.
m Check that the power cord is plugged into a working outlet. If it’s plugged
into a power strip, make sure the power strip is turned on. The power
adapter should get warm after being plugged in for 10 minutes. If it is
cold, make sure the adapter is securely plugged in and attached to
the power cord.
m The screen brightness may be turned down. Adjust the brightness control
(marked with the icon ¤) located above the top row of keys on the
keyboard, to the right of center.
m Make sure the battery is properly seated in its compartment.
m If none of these measures helps, you may need to reset the computer. The
method of resetting you should always try first is to press the Command
(x), Control, and Power keys simultaneously. If the computer does not start
up, connect the power adapter (if it is not already connected) and press the
reset button (marked with the icon I) on the back panel.
m If the reset described in the previous paragraph does not start up the
computer, remove the battery and unplug the power adapter and hold in
the reset button for 30 seconds. Then reconnect the power adapter and put
in the battery and try starting up again.
I Reset button
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