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Turning on the computer – Epson EQUITY 386SX/16 PLUS User Manual

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Turning On the Computer

After you set up your system, you’re ready to turn on the
power. But first, read the following safety rules to avoid

accidentally damaging your computer or injuring yourself:

Do not connect or disconnect any cables when the

computer’s power is on.

Never turn on the computer with a protector card in the

diskette drive.

Never turn off or reset your computer while a disk drive

light is on. This can destroy data stored on the disk.

Always wait at least five seconds after you turn off the
power before you turn it on again. This allows the

computer to clear and reset its memory.

Do not leave a beverage near your system or any of its

components. Spilled liquid can damage the circuitry of

your equipment.

Always turn off the power, disconnect the computer’s
power cord, and wait 30 seconds before you remove the

cover. Only remove the cover to access internal devices,
add memory, change jumper settings, or replace the

battery.

Follow these steps to turn on your system:

1. Make sure the power cord is plugged into the AC power

inlet on the back panel of the computer and into a

three-hole, 120-volt, grounded electrical outlet.

2. Turn your computer around so the front panel faces you

and place your other system components in an

arrangement that suits you. (See step 1, “Choosing a
Location,” for a typical arrangement.)

3. Turn on the monitor, printer, and any other peripheral

devices connected to the computer.

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Setting Up Your System