Dell Alienware M18x R2 Owner's Manual - Page 9

Before You Begin, Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices, Safety Instructions, Devices - cover

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1 Before You Begin Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer. 1 Save and close all open files and exit all open programs. 2 Click Start and click Shut Down. Microsoft Windows shuts down and then the computer turns off. NOTE: If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of your operating system for shut-down instructions. 3 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 4 Disconnect all telephone cables, network cables, and attached devices from your computer. 5 After the computer is unplugged, press and hold the power button for about 5 seconds to ground the system board. Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and ensure your personal safety. WARNING: Disconnect all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. After you finish working inside the computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting to the power source. WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, ensure that the work surface is flat and clean. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the components and cards, handle them by their edges and avoid touching pins and contacts. Before You Begin | 9

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Before You Begin
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Before You Begin
Turn Off Your Computer and Connected
Devices
CAUTION:
To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit
all open programs before you turn off your computer.
1
Save and close all open files and exit all open programs.
2
Click
Start
and click
Shut Down
.
Microsoft Windows shuts down and then the computer turns off.
NOTE:
If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation
of your operating system for shut-down instructions.
3
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
4
Disconnect all telephone cables, network cables, and attached devices from your
computer.
5
After the computer is unplugged, press and hold the power button for about 5
seconds to ground the system board.
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and
ensure your personal safety.
WARNING:
Disconnect all power sources before opening the
computer cover or panels. After you finish working inside the
computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting to
the power source.
WARNING:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety
information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety
best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance
Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the computer, ensure that the work
surface is flat and clean.
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the components and cards, handle
them by their edges and avoid touching pins and contacts.
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