Instruction Manual
2-4 Learning the Basics User's Manual
Equium 8000 User's Manual – 02CHAP.DOC – ENGLISH – Printed on 22/09/00 as 02_800UK
Connecting the computer to a network
Your computer has an on-board network adaptor which is ready to
connect to a LAN or WAN. For specific information about connecting to
the local or wide area network (LAN or WAN), consult your network
administrator.
When you are connected to a network, do not use the Windows
Suspend or Standby command, because you may lose access to the
network when you turn on the computer again.
Accessing the Internet
The Internet is a network of computer networks located all around the
world. If the computer is at your workplace, you may be able to access
the Internet over your company network. Otherwise, you must have an
account with a company that provides access to the Internet. This type
of company is called an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
You access the Internet using a program called a browser. Although your
operating system most likely comes with a browser, you can install and
use any commercially available browser.
Turning off the computer
It is a good idea to turn off the computer when you will not use it for an
extended period.
YUse the Sleep button to power down major components without
shutting down the computer. To resume work, use the keyboard or
mouse, or press the Sleep button again.
YIf you have work in progress and expect to resume shortly, you can
use the Suspend or Standby command (if your Microsoft operating
system includes one) to save your system settings so that, when you
turn on the computer again, you automatically return to where you
left off.
YTo leave the computer turned off for a longer period, use your
operating system’s Shut Down command.
Never turn off the power while a disk activity light is on. Doing so may
damage the disk and result in loss of data.