User's Manual

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Never turn off or reset or move
your comptuer while the hard disk is in use; doing so can
result in loss or destruction of your data. Always wait at
least 5 seconds after turning off your computer before
turning it back on; turning the power on and off in rapid
succession can damage the computer’s electrical circuitry.
Powering up the Desktop Computer
At the top of the desktop computer, locate on the power button and
press for a few seconds to power up the system. The Power-On Self
Test (POST) runs automatically.
After the POST is completed, the computer reads the operating system
from the hard disk drive into computer memory (this is commonly
referred to as “booting” a computer). If your OS (Operating System
such as Windows 7…. etc) is installed, it should start automatically.
To turn the computer off, save your work and close all open
applications, click on Start, then Shu
t Down and select Shut down
the computer and click "Y
es" or press the power button for 4-6
seconds. (abnormal shutdown)