The power indicator on the front panel lights up. After a few seconds, the computer starts to perform an internal self test. This is a series of checks the computer completes each time you turn it on to make sure everything is working correctly. If anything is wrong, an error message appears on the screen.
You see a message prompting you to insert a system diskette. (Do not insert a diskette at this point.)
If you cannot see the screen display clearly, use the controls on your monitor to adjust the brightness and contrast until characters on the screen are clear and bright. If the display is not stable, check your monitor’s horizontal and vertical hold controls.
After you adjust the monitor’s brightness and contrast, press the power button again to turn off the computer. Then turn off the monitor and any peripherals.
Now go on to Chapter 2 and follow the instructions there to run the Setup program. After you run Setup, you need to install
Setting Up Your System |