Toshiba Satellite 1200 Satellite 1200 User Guide (PDF; 20021022) - Page 41

Getting Started Setting up your computer 41 Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter. See the next section, Connecting the AC adapter. To register your computer online, or to sign up for an Internet account, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. See "Connecting the modem to a phone line" on page 77. Before adding any of these devices to the computer, be sure to complete "Setting up your software" on page 47. Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory ❖ Connect a mouse ❖ Connect a local printer ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard ❖ Connect an external monitor ❖ Install PC Cards Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer's batteries. The AC power light on the computer glows when the device is plugged in.