apple PB 520 540c User Guide free download

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Follow the steps in this chapter to set up your PowerBook and to learn about turning your computer on and off. 1 Setting Up Your PowerBook To set up your computer for the first time, you need the power adapter and the power cord that came with your PowerBook. Step 1 Plug the power adapter into a grounded outlet Plugging in the power adapter recharges the computer's batteries. You should plug in the power adapter in case the battery has drained during shipping or storage. WARNING Use only the power adapter that came with your PowerBook. Adapters for other electronic devices (including other portable computers) may look similar, but they may damage your computer. The only way to disconnect power from your computer is by unplugging the power adapter. Make sure the power adapter can be easily disconnected. m Plug one end of the power cord into the power adapter and the other end into a three- hole grounded outlet or power strip. 1 WARNING This equipment is intended to be electrically grounded. Your PowerBook is equipped with a three-wire grounding plug--a plug that has a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only a grounded AC outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a properly grounded outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug! Step 2 Plug the power adapter cable into the computer. m Plug the power adapter cable into the power adapter port (marked with the icon