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I
NTRODUCTION
1-17
G
LOBAL
PC S
TARTUP
Ensure the following components are connected to the GlobalPC, as described in the
Quick Start poster.
• Power module
• Keyboard
• Mouse
• Television or monitor
• Phone line
After connecting the external components you are ready to turn on the power and start the
GlobalPC.
T
URNING ON THE
P
OWER
When you are ready to start using the GlobalPC turn on the power to the monitor and the
GlobalPC. The GlobalPC has a power switch on the front and rear panel. The following
sections describe the function of each switch.
U
SING THE
R
EAR
P
ANEL
P
OWER
S
WITCH
The rear panel power switch turns the power on or off, to the GlobalPC. The GlobalPC
goes through the entire startup process each time you turn on the rear panel Main Power
Switch. Use this switch if:
• This is the first time you turn on the GlobalPC
• You are not going to be using the GlobalPC for a long period
• You are experiencing electrical outages or electrical storms
• You plan on moving the GlobalPC to a new location
• You switch the display from television to monitor or vice versa
For everyday operation you should use the front panel power switch
The startup process occurs each time you turn on the
GlobalPC.