Startup

2.2 Connection

Before you switch on the computer, please connect

1.the monitor, keyboard, mouse, printer (if applicable), modem and any other peripheral units to the PC. Please refer to the information in the chapter "Computer Connections", as well as the information in the "Quick Guide".

2.First connect the power cable supplied to the power socket on the PC and then plug it into a 230 V or 115 V power socket (plug strip). You may only operate the unit if its rated voltage matches the local mains voltage. If your computer has a double-voltage toggle switch, please ensure that it has been set to the correct mains voltage for your country. The manufacturer’s default setting is 230 V.

After cabling

3.Turn on your monitor.

4.Then, if applicable, switch on the on/off switch on the back of the computer. To start the computer, press the standby button located on the front of the computer.

The computer is ready for operation when the green lamp / blue ring is illuminated.

2.3 Initial startup of preinstalled software

Your computer has Microsoft®Windows XP Home Edition pre- installed as standard. After turning on the computer, it is ready to use. You can use the Windows operating system immediately. You may have to make some adjustments. Follow the on-screen instructions.

You can find the pre-installed software under: "Start / All Programs".

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