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Getting Started

Connecting to a power source

❖Connect an external diskette drive (see “Using the optional external USB diskette drive” on page 66)

❖Connect external speakers or headphones (see “Using external speakers or headphones” on page 141)

❖Connect a microphone (there is also an internal microphone) (see “Using a microphone” on page 140)

❖Connect a digital or plasma TV (see “Connecting a digital or plasma television or VCR/DVD player” on page 68)

❖Connect a standard TV antenna (see “Connecting a standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player” on page 70)

❖Install PC Cards (see “Inserting and removing PC Cards” on page 143)

Connecting to a power source

Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer’s battery.

Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.

When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User’s Guide. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts.