User's Manual

Getting Started 1-5
7. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the Rugged
PC (

). Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and
the male end to an electrical outlet (

).
8. Power is being supplied from the electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto
your Rugged PC. Now, you are ready to turn on the Rugged PC.
CAUTION:
 When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the
electrical outlet first and then from the Rugged PC. A
reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or the Rugged
PC.
 When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head.
Never pull on the cord.
NOTE: When the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the
battery pack. For information on using battery power, see
Chapter 3.