About this Manual
Keep these instructions with your PC at all times. The proper set up, use and care
can help extend the life of your PC. In the event that you transfer ownership of this
PC, please provide these instructions to the new owner.
This manual is divided into sections to help you locate the information you require
quickly. Along with the Table of Contents at the beginning of this manual, an Index
has been provided to help you find topical information.
If you want to start up your PC immediately, please read the chapters
Operational
Safety
(page 3) and
Setting up and Getting Started
(page 8).
We strongly recommend you read this entire manual to ensure the proper set-up
and operation of your PC.
Many application programs incorporate extensive help functions. As a general rule,
you can access help functions by pressing F1 on the keyboard. These help func-
tions will be available to you while you are using the Microsoft
®
Windows
®
operating
system or the respective application program.
Windows Vista™ offers you additional aids to learn about the new version of Win-
dows and your PC. You can find this information in the
Welcome Center
after boot-
ing up your PC. We have listed further useful sources of information starting on
page 39.
Audience
These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced user. Regardless
of the possible professional utilization, this PC is designed for day-to-day household
use. The functions and applications for use with this PC have been designed with
the entire family in mind.
Purchase Details
Enter your PC and purchase details below for quick reference.
Serial Numbers
......................................
(i.e. Microsoft
®
)
......................................
Place and date of Purchase
......................................
You will find the PC’s serial number on the back of the PC.