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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