Acorn Archimedes

Steps for unpacking the computer and checking components.

Connect the mouse cable to the keyboard socket.

Connect the keyboard cable to the computer unit.

Connect the monitor cable to the computer unit.

Specific connection for colour monitors.

Specific connection for monochrome monitors.

Connect the computer to the mains power.

Connect alternative monitor types to the computer.

Connect peripherals like printers, modems, and networks.

First check that all parts of the computer are properly connected.

Turn on the computer monitor.

Press the power switch on the back of the computer.

Explanation of icons and the icon bar on the screen.

Description of the desktop as the working area with icons and windows.

Explanation of windows as areas for special functions.

Details of icons representing storage and applications.

How the mouse moves the pointer on the screen.

How to hold and move the mouse correctly.

Explanation of clicking, double-clicking, and dragging.

Steps for pointing and clicking on items.

Steps for selecting and moving items by dragging.

Practice using the palette icon to change screen colours.

Information about floppy and hard discs used by the computer.

How to insert floppy discs into the drive.

How to eject floppy discs from the drive.

How to access information using disc drive icons.

How to write-protect floppy discs using the plastic tab.

Tips for storing and caring for floppy and hard discs.

Definition of a window as an area for displaying activity or applications.

Description of window features like title bars and icons.

Displays the name of an application or document.

How to close a window by clicking the close icon.

Steps for moving a window using the title bar.

Steps for changing the size and shape of a window.

Technique of moving the window around a large file.

How to scroll through a document one line at a time.

How to scroll through a document one screen at a time.

Definition of a menu as a list of options to choose from.

How to display and use menus with the mouse.

Steps to display a menu by pointing and clicking.

Steps to select an item from a displayed menu.