2.1 Internal and external commands Switching on the computer
Te power button of a computer is located on the front panel of the computer. Before switching on the computer, ensure that all peripheral devices are connected. Press the button and an automatic routine starts to prepare the computer for use (boot the computer).
If the booting does not work or takes too long, check that the power cable is correctly inserted in the port and check that the power cable is plugged in and turned on.
Power button – press to switch on the computer
The Windows desktop appears. Now you can start programs from the desktop icons, e.g. Word.
Word
Rebooting the computer Cold boot Hot boot
Switch computer on by using the power button
Restart computer when an error message is displayed by: clicking Start / Shut down / Restart / OK, or press Ctrl + Alt + Del, or press the Reset button on the computer