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Starter Guide for your eMachines computer Look inside for helpful hints on: • Using Windows • Using multimedia • Protecting your computer • Restoring your computer
Starter Guide for your eMachines computer Look inside for helpful hints on: • Using Windows • Using multimedia • Protecting your computer • Restoring your computer
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Thank you get started with your eMachines computer. We want to make your purchase! Thank you for your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you !
Thank you get started with your eMachines computer. We want to make your purchase! Thank you for your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you !
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Contents Getting started with Windows 4 Windows Welcome Center 7 Getting help 8 Internet 10 E-mail 11 Using CDs and DVDs 12 Safety and security 14 Improving performance 19 Restoring your system 20
Contents Getting started with Windows 4 Windows Welcome Center 7 Getting help 8 Internet 10 E-mail 11 Using CDs and DVDs 12 Safety and security 14 Improving performance 19 Restoring your system 20
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Drag items to the Recycle Bin to delete them Add icons of your own Click (Start) to access programs and to turn off your computer This is the Windows desktop. Other icons may be added depending on your screen is the Windows desktop 4 For more information about Windows, see"Windows Basics"under Help and Support in the Start menu. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see on your computer's configuration. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon.
Drag items to the Recycle Bin to delete them Add icons of your own Click (Start) to access programs and to turn off your computer This is the Windows desktop. Other icons may be added depending on your screen is the Windows desktop 4 For more information about Windows, see"Windows Basics"under Help and Support in the Start menu. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see on your computer's configuration. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon.
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Click here to access the Internet, e-mail, and your most frequently used programs Click here to shut down your system, the Start menu is the command center of your computer For more information about Windows, see all begins. getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to find a file or folder Click here Click here to put your to lock your computer in computer Sleep mode Click here to open files and folders, access networking, and change settings, or even shut down your computer. Whether you want to start a program, find a file, change ...
Click here to access the Internet, e-mail, and your most frequently used programs Click here to shut down your system, the Start menu is the command center of your computer For more information about Windows, see all begins. getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to find a file or folder Click here Click here to put your to lock your computer in computer Sleep mode Click here to open files and folders, access networking, and change settings, or even shut down your computer. Whether you want to start a program, find a file, change ...
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Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for you can see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see what's on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see everything on your computer. To access that has already been set up for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. From there, you . To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for you can see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see what's on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see everything on your computer. To access that has already been set up for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. From there, you . To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
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To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Click Welcome Center and select an option. Get information about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! welcome to a new one Learn about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer Transfer files and settings from eMachines partners!
To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Click Welcome Center and select an option. Get information about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! welcome to a new one Learn about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer Transfer files and settings from eMachines partners!
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.../support. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer. eMachines'Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. If you 're looking for. Click a link, ...or simply browse to find what you need additional help with automated support, is a quick and easy way to meet your needs: • eMachines Web support-Available 24/7, eMachines' online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer...
.../support. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer. eMachines'Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. If you 're looking for. Click a link, ...or simply browse to find what you need additional help with automated support, is a quick and easy way to meet your needs: • eMachines Web support-Available 24/7, eMachines' online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer...
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To access the online guide, click (Start), All Programs, then click eMachines Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For detailed information on a variety of topics *May not be available in all regions 9 Check ...your online user guide for easy-to-understand information on using your computer for you on your eMachines computer, BigFix checks your eMachines computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. Click Help, then click Tutorial to people who know if it . You can...
To access the online guide, click (Start), All Programs, then click eMachines Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For detailed information on a variety of topics *May not be available in all regions 9 Check ...your online user guide for easy-to-understand information on using your computer for you on your eMachines computer, BigFix checks your eMachines computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. Click Help, then click Tutorial to people who know if it . You can...
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... a telephone line, Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), or cable TV line and sign up with an Internet connection. Type in an Internet address, such as www.emachines.com, click Go, and you're on it and see where it 's a link. Click on your pointer arrow turns into a hand when you 've connected...
... a telephone line, Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), or cable TV line and sign up with an Internet connection. Type in an Internet address, such as www.emachines.com, click Go, and you're on it and see where it 's a link. Click on your pointer arrow turns into a hand when you 've connected...
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When your default e-mail program opens, complete any setup required, then click Create Mail and type the e-mail address of the person that you want to send a message to your ISP, click (Start), then click E-mail. To send e-mail, connect to in the To box. welcome to here Include others in your message by typing their e-mail addresses here or in the To box [email protected] Type a short description of your message here For more information about e-mail, see"Using the Internet"in your online user guide. 11 Staying in touch with family and friends is easy with e-mail and ...
When your default e-mail program opens, complete any setup required, then click Create Mail and type the e-mail address of the person that you want to send a message to your ISP, click (Start), then click E-mail. To send e-mail, connect to in the To box. welcome to here Include others in your message by typing their e-mail addresses here or in the To box [email protected] Type a short description of your message here For more information about e-mail, see"Using the Internet"in your online user guide. 11 Staying in touch with family and friends is easy with e-mail and ...
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... control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in your computer, then click the Play button ( ). for your new eMachines computer. Enjoy listening to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player.
... control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in your computer, then click the Play button ( ). for your new eMachines computer. Enjoy listening to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player.
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... with MP3s you must have a DVD burner to create a DVD For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in the disc drive on your eMachines computer. Note: you rip yourself, or create a video DVD of are complete, click Start Burn. Create a DVD To save them to create MP3s of home...
... with MP3s you must have a DVD burner to create a DVD For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in the disc drive on your eMachines computer. Note: you rip yourself, or create a video DVD of are complete, click Start Burn. Create a DVD To save them to create MP3s of home...
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... of a virus affecting your computer • BigFix-Monitors your computer for problems, and alerts you keep your online user guide. keeping your computer safe Your eMachines computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you if something is detected 14 For more information on your computer: • Windows Security...
... of a virus affecting your computer • BigFix-Monitors your computer for problems, and alerts you keep your online user guide. keeping your computer safe Your eMachines computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you if something is detected 14 For more information on your computer: • Windows Security...
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To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center. Guard against spyware, pop-ups, and other unwanted software Select and control the type and level of protection you , your family, and your online user guide. 15 securing the perimeter Windows Vista provides built-in security features designed to protect you want for your computer For more information on security,"Protecting Your Computer"in your computers.
To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center. Guard against spyware, pop-ups, and other unwanted software Select and control the type and level of protection you , your family, and your online user guide. 15 securing the perimeter Windows Vista provides built-in security features designed to protect you want for your computer For more information on security,"Protecting Your Computer"in your computers.
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You should update Windows regularly to fix the problem. up-to-date security Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Vista, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to keep your computer secure. To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update and download high-priority updates. You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16
You should update Windows regularly to fix the problem. up-to-date security Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Vista, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to keep your computer secure. To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update and download high-priority updates. You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16
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virus-free with virus, spyware, firewall, and phishing protection turned on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your online user guide. 17 To run Norton 360, click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360. Your computer came with Norton 360 Norton 360 Norton 360 helps protect your subscription to -date protection. For more information on . You need to extend your computer from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to update Norton 360 after the complimentary trial period ends.
virus-free with virus, spyware, firewall, and phishing protection turned on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your online user guide. 17 To run Norton 360, click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360. Your computer came with Norton 360 Norton 360 Norton 360 helps protect your subscription to -date protection. For more information on . You need to extend your computer from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to update Norton 360 after the complimentary trial period ends.
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BigFix monitors your computer Click here to go directly to the eMachines Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to your computer for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about updates are provided here 18 ...
BigFix monitors your computer Click here to go directly to the eMachines Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to your computer for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about updates are provided here 18 ...
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Click here to return your computer to a previous state when it was working better Click here to see details about the components of your system Click here to adjust how quickly your computer goes into power-saving modes Click here to do maintenance, such as Disk Cleanup, or to defragment your hard drive (click Advanced Tools, then click Open Disk Defragmenter) For more information on system recovery, see"Recovering Your System"in your computer in top running system. Select a task and follow the instructions. Do this regularly and you'll have a smoother running condition with regular ...
Click here to return your computer to a previous state when it was working better Click here to see details about the components of your system Click here to adjust how quickly your computer goes into power-saving modes Click here to do maintenance, such as Disk Cleanup, or to defragment your hard drive (click Advanced Tools, then click Open Disk Defragmenter) For more information on system recovery, see"Recovering Your System"in your computer in top running system. Select a task and follow the instructions. Do this regularly and you'll have a smoother running condition with regular ...
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To take advantage of these Restore Points to get your computer running again. backing up a bit - You can return to a previous state when everything worked right. restoring your computer In the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center let you roll back your system, called Restore Points. Windows Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer to one of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20
To take advantage of these Restore Points to get your computer running again. backing up a bit - You can return to a previous state when everything worked right. restoring your computer In the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center let you roll back your system, called Restore Points. Windows Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer to one of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20