# Power on

## Quick clip :zap:

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## Step by step

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### Assemble power supply

Slide the socket adapter onto the power supply until you hear a distinct click. Plug the power supply into a wall socket.

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### Insert power cable

*Firmly* insert the round plug into the power port on the right side of BactoBox®.

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Ensure it is fully inserted to avoid unexpected restarts.
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### Power on

Flip the rocker switch to the *On* position. The green LED next to the rocker switch lights up immediately. Wait 2–3 min for your BactoBox® to start.

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### That is it!

You should now see the home screen.

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You may see messages on the home screen. For example: “Insert flow cell”, “Clean the device”, or “Perform a QC test”. This is normal.
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