1.1
Known your computer
Your
Computer consists of three main modules:
§ System Unit
§ Keyboard and Mouse
§ Video Display Monitor
The main System Unit which Contains the
system board, power, supply, floppy disk
drive, hard disk, and other modules as per your order can be in any of
the following cabinet models:
1. Desktop 2. Mini-Tower
The video monitor
displays the programme, data and the status of computer. Details on various
controls are explained in Chapter 2.
The keyboard is an
input decide for your compute. Your system is being supplied with the Windows
95/Windows/ 98 internet keyboard which has additional features over the
conventional keyboard.
Before you
install your system, it is necessary to create the right environment for
setting up and working.
1.2 Creating the Right Environment
For electrical installation one computer and
one printer require a stabilizer/ CVT
/UPS
having a capacity of atleast 500VA. The
electrical diagram is shown below:
Your computer needs a separate
earth havin
-ng earth to neutral voltage <3V. Call
you
PCS customer reprensentative for more
deta
-ils
on site preparation.
1.
To achieve best and trouble free
performance from your system, it is advisable to maintain the ambient
temperature at 25°C with humidity
level of 60%. You may use an air-conditioned room to achieve this.
2.
If you do not have an air-conditioned
environment, place it in a well ventilated place, away from direct sun light.
3.
Do not place in a humid or dusty
environment, or next to a heat source.
4. Place your computer on a flat and level position, free from vibration.
5.
Do not place it next to the line
printer or close to the airconditioner. The vibrations may damage your
computer.
You should keep your system, atleast four to six inches
away from the wall. This arrangement would prevent blocking of the ventilation
provided at the rear of your system.
Note:- Please check the voltage Requirements
(Whether 110V or 240V) before connecting.
1.3
Unpacking Your System
Your PCS computer comes
to you, packed in two cartons.
·
One carton contains the Computer and
other Peripherals and Accessories, and the other carton consists of the monitor.
·
Open each carton, and take our the
system components.
·
Once you have opened all the cartons,
you can check for the following.
1.
Computer Software Unit.
2.
Keyboard
3.
Monitor
4.
AC Power Cord
5.
OS User’s Manual with diskettes (if
ordered)
6.
User’s Guide (this manual)
7.
Mouse
Please Note.
§ Based on your carton may contain other devices and software .
§ If you have ordered for some other add-on accessories, you will find the
same in the carton.
§ If you foresee the transportation of your system in future, you should
preserve the package and the package materal.
§ Based on your order, you may also get a few more cartons.
§ If the system appears damaged, notify your PCS Reprensentative right away.
1.4
Getting the System Connected
Before Connecting
various modules of your compute, please read the following carefully:
v Electronic components should be handled safely.
v Handle them as seldom as possible.
v Handle them only by edges or by the metal mounting panels and plastic
handles.
v Avoid touching any gold edge connectors.
v For connecting your computer to other peripherals like monitor, printer, you would need flat
head screw driver with blade width of 4mm.
v You would need atleast three power points of 5 Amp, each to connect your
system.
v Connect your system and room airconditioner through different writing
points. The computer ground must be separate from the air-conditioning ground.
v Always use a voltage stabilizer, to get a constant voltage of 230V +-10%.
v It is recommended to use a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) to prevent
the data from getting corrupted during power cuts.
v Make sure that all connections are securely mode.
Please note that the connection layout
shown in the following figures may not be same for your computer. Please consult your
PCS reprensentative in case of case of any discrepancy.
For you safely,
always connect the equipment’s to a grounded wall outlet. Always use a power
cable with properly grounded plugs, such as the on provide with this equipment.
§ Gather all the cabs of the peripherals there
are to be connected to your computer.
§ Place the PC on a sturdy desk with an easily accessible power outlet, ace
for keyboard, mouse, and other accessories.
§ Make your self comfortable, facing the rear Side of
your computer.
§ Now, connect your system in the following sequence.
Keyboard
Connection (KBD)
Use the coiled cable to
connect the keywords to the system.
Check the location of
the jack from the figure. Ensure that the dimple on the cable connector aligns
with the port.
Monitor
Connection (15 Pin Connector)
Check the orientation
of pins on the monitor signal cable connector and then connect it to the
computer.
Serial Connection (9
Pin Connector) COM1, COM2
You can connect your computer, by the
serial connector, to the following devices:
o
Host computer
o
Mouse
o
Laptop
o
Digital dairy
o
Terminal
o
Digitizer
o
Another personal computer
o
Any other serial device
Please Note :
In the 9-pin,
15-pin and 25-pin connectors, make sure that the plug
Secure with
the two small screws provided on the connector. Loose
Screws may
lead to loose connections!
PS2 Mouse (Optional)
Connect the PS2 Mouse (optional) to the
PS2 Mouse port.
Check the
orientation of pins while connecting to the computer.
AC Power Cord Connection
Check the location of AC power inlet and insert the plug in
it. Ensure that
It is not
loosely inserted.
In order to
avoid an electric shock make sure that you insert the cord
First in the computer inlet
and then to the wall inlet.
If your
SMPS has 115/220V switch, make sure that is set at 220V,
Otherwise it
may damage your system.
Printer
Connection(25 Pin Connector)LPT1, LPT2
Connect the parallel printer
to the printer connector, using the printer
Cable
provided with your computer.
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