46 Getting Started
Setting up your computer
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Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a
drive is active.
Turning off the computer while it is reading from or
writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.
Keep the computer and disks away from objects that
generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo
speakers.
Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a
magnet too close to a disk can erase important files.
Scan all new files for viruses.
This precaution is especially important for files you
receive via diskette, CD-ROM or DVD discs, email, or
download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new
programs you buy from a supplier may contain a
computer virus. You’ll need a special program to check
for viruses. Ask your dealer or network administrator to
help you.
Setting up your computer
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps up to
“Setting up your software” before adding external or internal
components to your computer. These components include, but
are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC
cards.
Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery
that needs to be charged before you can use it.
To use external power or to charge the battery, you must
attach the AC adapter. See “Connecting to a power source”
on page 49.