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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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We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you for your eMachines computer. Thank you get started with your purchase! Thank you!
We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you for your eMachines computer. Thank you get started with your purchase! Thank you!
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welcome to a new one Learn about your computer Transfer files and settings from eMachines partners! Get information about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Click Welcome Center and select an option.
welcome to a new one Learn about your computer Transfer files and settings from eMachines partners! Get information about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Click Welcome Center and select an option.
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... need additional help with automated support, is easily accessible. Visit it at www.emachines.com/support. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer..., eMachines offers several options designed 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....
... need additional help with automated support, is easily accessible. Visit it at www.emachines.com/support. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer..., eMachines offers several options designed 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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... you on using your computer for easy-to learn more about it finds something. To access the online guide, click (Start), All Programs, then click eMachines Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For detailed information on your...
... you on using your computer for easy-to learn more about it finds something. To access the online guide, click (Start), All Programs, then click eMachines Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For detailed information on your...
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... Explore the World Wide Web with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Just connect your online user guide. Type in an Internet address, such as www.emachines.com, click Go, and you're on it and see "Using the Internet" in the Internet address or URL (Universal Resource Locator) This is a Web...
... Explore the World Wide Web with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Just connect your online user guide. Type in an Internet address, such as www.emachines.com, click Go, and you're on it and see "Using the Internet" in the Internet address or URL (Universal Resource Locator) This is a Web...
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... your listening and viewing pleasure... You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in your new eMachines computer. You can control how the music CD or video DVD plays from the CD or DVD you are playing are listed here Click these...
... your listening and viewing pleasure... You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in your new eMachines computer. You can control how the music CD or video DVD plays from the CD or DVD you are playing are listed here Click these...
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If your eMachines computer. Make sure that the songs you can do it all with easy-to-use software already installed on your computer came with MP3s you ...
If your eMachines computer. Make sure that the songs you can do it all with easy-to-use software already installed on your computer came with MP3s you ...
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... tools regularly to improve the security of personal information stored on your computer: • Windows Security-Provides access to -date. 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 security, see"Protecting Your Computer...
... tools regularly to improve the security of personal information stored on your computer: • Windows Security-Provides access to -date. 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 security, see"Protecting Your Computer...
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... latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on safety, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer Click here to go directly to the eMachines Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more about BigFix Details and information about updates specific to your online user guide. secure...
... latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on safety, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer Click here to go directly to the eMachines Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more about BigFix Details and information about updates specific to your online user guide. secure...
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To create recovery discs for your system. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish. 21 To create discs, click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. Before you create these"recovery discs,"make a backup of the software that you first get your computer, it is a good idea to make ...
To create recovery discs for your system. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish. 21 To create discs, click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. Before you create these"recovery discs,"make a backup of the software that you first get your computer, it is a good idea to make ...
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eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to finish. 22 reinstalling the operating system If you can run Windows... 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to factory default.
eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to finish. 22 reinstalling the operating system If you can run Windows... 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to factory default.
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If you restore your computer's software up to finish. You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to bring your computer, it will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the factory. IMPORTANT • If your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the hard drive or recovery discs, contact eMachines Customer Care for help. • After you cannot run Windows... 1 Restart your computer, then press the ALT+F10 keys during startup. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to date. 23
If you restore your computer's software up to finish. You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to bring your computer, it will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the factory. IMPORTANT • If your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the hard drive or recovery discs, contact eMachines Customer Care for help. • After you cannot run Windows... 1 Restart your computer, then press the ALT+F10 keys during startup. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to date. 23
eMachines Desktop PC User Guide (Windows Vista)
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Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the eMachines Web site 2 Using Help and Support 2 Contacting eMachines 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 3 Chapter 2: Using Windows 5 Using the Windows desktop 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons to the desktop 8 ...
Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the eMachines Web site 2 Using Help and Support 2 Contacting eMachines 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 3 Chapter 2: Using Windows 5 Using the Windows desktop 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons to the desktop 8 ...
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www.emachines.com Setting up multiple monitors 71 Changing system sounds 72 Changing mouse settings 73 Adding and modifying user accounts 73 Changing power-saving settings 75 Changing the power plan 75 Changing accessibility settings 77 Using the Ease of Access Center 77 Using voice recognition 78 Setting up parental controls 78 Filtering Internet access 79 Scheduling computer and Internet use 80 Restricting game access 80 Restricting specific programs 82 Creating activity reports 82 Notices 83 iii
www.emachines.com Setting up multiple monitors 71 Changing system sounds 72 Changing mouse settings 73 Adding and modifying user accounts 73 Changing power-saving settings 75 Changing the power plan 75 Changing accessibility settings 77 Using the Ease of Access Center 77 Using voice recognition 78 Setting up parental controls 78 Filtering Internet access 79 Scheduling computer and Internet use 80 Restricting game access 80 Restricting specific programs 82 Creating activity reports 82 Notices 83 iii
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Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using online help 1
Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using online help 1
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.... 2 You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you with your new computer. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about Windows and to...computer. We sincerely hope that you will be pleased with the best product possible. Thanks again, from Microsoft. Using the eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provides the most stringent quality control tests to...
.... 2 You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you with your new computer. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about Windows and to...computer. We sincerely hope that you will be pleased with the best product possible. Thanks again, from Microsoft. Using the eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provides the most stringent quality control tests to...
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...window, type Windows Media Center in the Search Help box located at the top of suggested topics. For each search, you are discussed. 3 eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you are taken. The Media Center Help window opens. -ORIf you call for information on the particular ...the Internet, many programs provide information online so you can access help for help for Windows Media Center If your question. Getting help . www.emachines.com 2 Type a word or phrase in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Additional results may be available if the first list does...
...window, type Windows Media Center in the Search Help box located at the top of suggested topics. For each search, you are discussed. 3 eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you are taken. The Media Center Help window opens. -ORIf you call for information on the particular ...the Internet, many programs provide information online so you can access help for help for Windows Media Center If your question. Getting help . www.emachines.com 2 Type a word or phrase in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Additional results may be available if the first list does...
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... your system, get help, search for files and folders, and more information about the Windows Start menu, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.emachines.com Using the Start menu Help For more using the Start menu. If you the first level of the Windows desktop. Type Windows Start menu...
... your system, get help, search for files and folders, and more information about the Windows Start menu, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.emachines.com Using the Start menu Help For more using the Start menu. If you the first level of the Windows desktop. Type Windows Start menu...
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... menus, icons, and controls. Clicking an item on the taskbar. Clicking the minimize button reduces the active window to fit the entire computer display. www.emachines.com Every program window looks a little different because each has its former size. The Search box lets you search for a word or phrase in the...
... menus, icons, and controls. Clicking an item on the taskbar. Clicking the minimize button reduces the active window to fit the entire computer display. www.emachines.com Every program window looks a little different because each has its former size. The Search box lets you search for a word or phrase in the...