Gateway ALR 8300 Manual De Usuario

Troubleshooting     77

Viruses are inactive until the infected program is executed, or a boot record 
is read. Thereafter, the virus loads itself into system memory and begins to 
copy and spread itself. Diskettes used in a contaminated system can get 
infected and, in turn, transfer the virus when used in another system. A 
virus can also spread via programs downloaded from bulletin boards or the 
Internet.

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Obtain an anti-virus program and make it a habit to scan the 
system regularly.

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Make backup copies of all files and write-protect the disks.

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Obtain all software from reputable sources and always scan new 
software for any viruses prior to installing files.

If the system has been infected, find and remove the viruses using an 
anti-virus program. Then turn off the system for a minimum of 15 seconds 
to clear the virus from system RAM. You may want to rerun the anti-virus 
software when you turn the system back on the verify that the system is 
clean.

Before turning on the system, make sure that:

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The power cord is connected to the AC power-in connector and an 
AC outlet.

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The AC outlet is supplying power.

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If you use a power strip, make sure it is turned on, and the circuit 
breaker is set.

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The voltage selection switch on the system power supply reflects 
the proper voltage.

To Prevent Virus Infection

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