Brand: Apricot
Category: Computer
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for 340
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:07 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 1995-01-01
Warranty Information
Copyright Apricot Computers Limited 1995.
- Unpacking: Carefully unpack the system unit, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cords. Keep packaging for future transport.
- Site Selection: Place the system unit on a level surface, away from moisture, direct sunlight, and extreme temperatures. Ensure adequate ventilation.
- Connections: Connect the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and any peripherals to the system unit. Ensure AC power cords are connected securely to the system unit, monitor, and grounded outlets.
- Powering On: Turn on the system unit first, then peripherals. The computer performs a Power-On Self-Test (POST).
- Booting: The computer attempts to boot from a system diskette or hard disk.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Computer does not start when POWER button is pressed | System unit and monitor power cords not securely connected. | Check that the system unit and monitor power cords are securely connected. |
| AC power supply is switched off. | Ensure that the AC power supply is switched on. | |
| Display appears in monochrome or not at all after connecting monitor signal cable | Monitor signal cable connected after the computer is turned on. | Turn off the computer, connect the monitor signal cable, and then turn on the computer. |