Compaq 1200 - Manual (Page 24)

3-2 U SING Y OUR N OTEBOOK P RESARIO N OTEBOOK B EYOND S ETUP G UIDE
1200 S ERIES
Power On!
This section helps you get
your Notebook set up
and running.
• Plugging and
Unplugging AC Power
• Turning Your Notebook
On and Off
• Recovering from a
Locked System
• Recovering from a
Locked Program
• Using Battery Power
The Easy Setup Poster and the
“Government Approvals”
section in the
Safety and
Comfort Guide for worldwide
power cord information.
To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, fire, or damage to the
equipment, do not use
converter kits sold for
appliances to power your
Notebook. Use only the
Compaq adapter that came
with your Notebook or a
Compaq replacement part.
Plugging and Unplugging AC Power
Do’s
• Ensure that you can reach
the electrical outlet easily.
• Unplug the AC adapter
from the electrical outlet
when you want to
disconnect AC power
from your Notebook.
• To unplug from the electrical outlet, grasp the cord by
the plug.
Don’ts
• Do not leave the AC adapter plugged into the electrical
outlet when it is not connected to your Notebook.
• Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange
them so that no one accidentally steps on or trips
over them.
Surge Protectors
Using surge protectors and line conditioners can substantially
reduce the risk of electrical shock and aid in protecting your
Notebook from power-source problems.
During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming
into your Notebook can increase and cause data loss or system
damage. Protect your Notebook and peripherals by
connecting them to a surge suppressor, which absorbs voltage
surges and prevents them from reaching your Notebook.
Caution: High voltages can enter your Notebook through the
phone line connected to the modem. To protect your Notebook
during electrical storms, use a telephone line surge protector.