Epson Endeavor - Manual (Page 18)

If you want basic information on turning the computer on and
off, using your disk drives and keyboard, stopping commands,
or resetting the computer, read the first five sections in this
chapter.
If you are familiar with these aspects of operating a computer,
you can skip to page l-23 to learn about system operations
specific to your computer, such as using a password and
changing the processor speed.
Turning On the Computer
Before turning on your computer, check the following safety
rules to avoid accidentally damaging your computer or injuring
vourself:
Do not connect or disconnect any peripheral device cables
(including the mouse or keyboard) or power cables when
the computer’s power is on.
Never turn on the computer with a protective card in a
5.25-inch diskette drive.
Never turn off or reset your computer while a disk drive
light is on. This can destroy data stored on the disk.
Always wait at least 20 seconds after you turn off the
power before you turn it on again. This prevents possible
damage to the computer’s electrical circuitry.
Do not leave a beverage near your system. Spilled liquid
can damage the circuitry of your equipment.
Follow these steps to turn on your system:
1. Turn on the monitor, printer, and any other peripheral
devices connected to the computer.
1-2 Using Your Computer