The computer displays copyright information and then performs a series of power-on diagnostics that check the circuit boards, memory, ports, keyboard, and disk drives. It displays several messages, including this prompt:

Press Delete to run SETUPYou may also see an error message followed by this prompt:
Press <F1>to resume or Delete to run SETUP

If this happens, press

to run the SETUP program and

check your system configuration. See Chapter 2 for a complete description of the SETUP program.

While the computer finishes its testing, it displays several screens showing your system configuration. If necessary, press

the button on the keyboard to view the configuration screens. Then press any key to continue the startup process.

Because your computer was set up at the factory, the configuration listing should be accurate, but you will want to run SETUP to enter the correct time and date. Additionally, if you have changed the computer’s setup so that this information does not match your configuration, be sure to run SETUP

Depending on your configuration, your computer may come with MSDOS® and Microsoft® Windows® installed on the hard disk. If your computer comes with MS-DOS, it starts up in MS-DOS as soon as it completes the power-on diagnostics.

If you plan to use another operating system, such as OS/2,® Unix®, or Xenix® install it now. See the documentation that came with it for installation instructions. (Although this manual includes sample MS-DOS commands, it does not explain how to use your operating system; see your operating system manuals for complete instructions.)

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