User's Manual Part 1

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Never turn off or reset your Notebook while the hard disk is in use and
the HDD status icon is lit; doing so can result in loss or destruction of
your data. Always wait at least 5 seconds after turning off your
Notebook before turning it back on; turning the power on and off in
rapid succession can damage the Notebook’s electrical circuitry.
Turning On Your Notebook Computer
Turn on your Notebook by pressing the power button. Hold the button down for a
second or two and release. 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 XP…. etc) is installed,
it should start automatically.
To turn the Notebook off, save your work and close all open applications, click on
Start, then select the “Turn off the computer”. A selection box will be displayed and
click on the “Turn Off” button to shut down your computer.
When your computer hangs up, press the power button for 4-6 seconds
to shut down the computer
Operating on Battery Power
Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that lets you operate the
computer without an external power source. When the battery pack is fully charged,
you can operate the computer for approximately 2 hours under the following
conditions:
• The battery pack initially has a full charge.
• No peripheral devices are installed.