Gateway ALR 7300, User Manual

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2 Gateway ALR 7300 User’s Guide
Before you begin
Congratulations on your purchase. With the arrival of the new system, you
are probably eager to set up the computer and have it operating. This section
helps you accomplish the following:
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Setting up the system
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Connecting the monitor and keyboard
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Powering up the system
Carefully read and follow these instructions to ensure the system operates
correctly.
Setting up the server
Before you begin, you need to find and prepare the space the server will
occupy.
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Prepare a clean, flat, and firm surface for the server. Allow at least
three inches at the rear of the chassis for cabling and air circulation.
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Protect the computer from extreme temperature and humidity. Do
not expose it to direct sunlight, heater ducts, and other
heat-generating objects.
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Keep the system away from equipment that generates magnetic
fields. Even a telephone placed too closely to the system may
cause interference.
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Protect your system against AC line spikes by using a 3-prong,
115-V or 230-V (depending on the voltage supplied in your
locality) power cord, and an AC surge control outlet station. The
system includes a 300W power supply.
Inspecting the contents
Unpack the carton and inspect the contents. Standard systems include the
following items:
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System Unit
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Power Cable
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