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  Se ng up a Personal Computer 7 6
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Se ng up a Personal Computer Rate Your Confidence
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g Flashcards Given the above, you should perform the following basic steps when
se ng up a computer.
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1. If the computer has just been delivered, check the contents of the Low
box, read the instruc on manual, and allow at least 30–60 minutes for
the components to adjust to room temperature. There is a slight risk
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from condensa on if you unpack a computer and start it immediately.

2. Read the manufacturer's setup and safety guidelines and plan the Category
installa on of the computer to comply with them. Se ng up a PC System

3. Posi on the monitor and system unit so that cables can be tucked
away neatly and do not cross any walkways. When li ing a heavy
object such as a monitor, take care to protect your back. Ensure that
any object placed on a desk is not at risk of toppling.

4. Ensure there is adequate air flow around the monitor, system unit,
and larger peripherals, such as a printer or scanner.

5. Check that the screen is not exposed to excessive glare from windows
or ligh ng and that equipment is not in direct sunlight.

6. Adjust the monitor, chair, and posi on of the mouse and keyboard so
that the user can sit and type comfortably.

7. Connect each peripheral to the computer using an appropriate cable.

Inspect each cable and connector for any sign of visible damage
before plugging it in. Use any available cable management features to
keep wiring dy and ensure it does not pose a trip hazard.

Built-in cable management such as on this flat-panel monitor make it less likely trailing
wires will cause an accident.

You will learn how to iden fy ports and connectors

in Lesson 11.

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8. Connect the power cables from the monitor, system unit, and any
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Ensure that the electrical outlets are not overloaded.
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Weaknesses 9. Switch on any peripherals connected to the computer that you want
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You start a computer by pressing the power switch, which will be marked
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by the following symbol: . If the computer does not start, check that a
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power cable connects the back of the computer to a wall socket and that
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