1Getting Started1Congratulations on your purchase of theTravelMate 7100 series notebook computer.Guaranteed and backed by world-class support,you can be sure of top-notch performance fromyour new computer. This section guides youthrough the first few steps in setting up yourcomputer.Unpacking Your ComputerCarefully unpack the carton and remove thecontents. You should find your computer and anaccessory box containing the following items:q AC adapterq Battery packq Floppy drive moduleq External floppy drive cableq Software library and recovery CDq This user’s guide and other documentationIf any of the items is missing or damaged, contactyour dealer immediately.Caution: Be sure to read the Important SafetyInstructions in the Appendix at the back ofthis manual.