Lenovo 6483, 6493, 6449, 6439, 6427, 6423 manual Setting up your computer, Connecting your computer

Chapter 3. Setting up your computer

Read and understand the Safety and Warranty Guide before you set up your computer. Reading and understanding the safety information reduces the risk of personal injury and or damage to your product.

Set up your computer in the best possible work area that suits your needs and habits. For more information, see Chapter 2, “Arranging your workspace,” on page 3.

Connecting your computer

Use the following information when connecting your computer.

vLook for the small connector icons on the back of your computer. Match the connectors to the icons.

vIf your computer cables and connector panel have color-coded connectors, match the color of the cable end with the color of the connector. For example, match a blue cable end with a blue connector or a red cable end with a red connector.

Note: Depending on your model type, your computer might not have all of the connectors that are described in this section.

1.Check the position of the voltage-selection switch on the rear of the computer. Use a ballpoint pen to slide the switch, if necessary.

Note: Some models are equipped with a voltage-selection switch located on the rear of the computer. Ensure you set the voltage-selection switch to match the voltage available at your electrical outlet. Setting the voltage-selection switch-incorrectly can cause permanent damage to the computer.

If your computer does not have a voltage-selection switch, your computer is designed to operate only at the voltage provided in the country where the computer was originally purchased.

If you relocate your computer to another country, be aware of the following:

*If your computer does not have a voltage-selection switch, do not connect the computer to an electrical outlet until you have verified that the voltage is the same as it was in the country where the computer was originally purchased.

*If your computer has a voltage-selection switch, do not connect the computer to an electrical outlet until you have verified that the voltage-selection switch is set to match the voltage in that country.

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