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All Rights Reserved. eMachines User Guide Original Issue: 06 / 2009 Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Visit http://registration.emachines.com and discover the benefits of being an eMachines customer. Copyright © 2009.
All Rights Reserved. eMachines User Guide Original Issue: 06 / 2009 Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Visit http://registration.emachines.com and discover the benefits of being an eMachines customer. Copyright © 2009.
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Also, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The overall system load must not be blocked or covered. Follow all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. • Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by placing the product on the product. Do not use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is equipped with this document for future reference. The openings should be blocked by ...
Also, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The overall system load must not be blocked or covered. Follow all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. • Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by placing the product on the product. Do not use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is equipped with this document for future reference. The openings should be blocked by ...
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Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from the equipment when not in electric shock and/or injury. The grounding pin is incorrectly replaced. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may result in performance, indicating a need to qualified service personnel. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of electric shock from unexpected ...
Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from the equipment when not in electric shock and/or injury. The grounding pin is incorrectly replaced. Unplug this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may result in performance, indicating a need to qualified service personnel. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of electric shock from unexpected ...
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.... More information refers to local, state or federal laws. http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability04.htm. ENERGY STAR eMachines' ENERGY STAR qualified products save through higher energy efficiency, the more energy we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of according ... U.S. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of our environment. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. eMachines is committed to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury ...
.... More information refers to local, state or federal laws. http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability04.htm. ENERGY STAR eMachines' ENERGY STAR qualified products save through higher energy efficiency, the more energy we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of according ... U.S. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of our environment. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. eMachines is committed to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. Disposal instructions Do not throw this product contain mercury ...
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...conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your desk to computer use . eMachines ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep...place the display at "sleep" mode. Observe the following section provides tips for comfortable use Computer users may lead to eMachines system with an ENERGY STAR sticker. : Note: The statement above is applicable only to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or ...
...conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your desk to computer use . eMachines ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep...place the display at "sleep" mode. Observe the following section provides tips for comfortable use Computer users may lead to eMachines system with an ENERGY STAR sticker. : Note: The statement above is applicable only to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or ...
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v Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes regular breaks by looking at the middle of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to reduce eyestrain. We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as possible. • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes from drying out. Warning! Developing good work habits Develop the following sections provide suggestions on how to a ...
v Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes regular breaks by looking at the middle of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to reduce eyestrain. We do some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as possible. • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes from drying out. Warning! Developing good work habits Develop the following sections provide suggestions on how to a ...
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Contents Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer . . . 1 About this guide 2 Product Registration 2 Front 3 Back 4 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 6 Working safely and comfortably 7 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 7 Preparing power connections 8 Protecting from power source problems 8 Checking the voltage selection 9 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 10 Connecting a dial-up modem 10 Using the World Wide Web 11 Connecting to a Web site 12 Downloading files 13 Ethernet networking 14 Wired Ethernet networking 14 Establishing your Ethernet ...
Contents Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer . . . 1 About this guide 2 Product Registration 2 Front 3 Back 4 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 6 Working safely and comfortably 7 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 7 Preparing power connections 8 Protecting from power source problems 8 Checking the voltage selection 9 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 10 Connecting a dial-up modem 10 Using the World Wide Web 11 Connecting to a Web site 12 Downloading files 13 Ethernet networking 14 Wired Ethernet networking 14 Establishing your Ethernet ...
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Contents Ethernet 26 Expansion cards 28 File management 28 Hard drive 28 Internet 30 Keyboard 32 Memory 32 Memory card reader 33 Modem (cable or DSL 33 Modem (dial-up 33 Monitor 36 Mouse 37 Networks 38 Optical disc drives 38 Passwords 40 Power 40 Printer 41 Sound 42 Recovering your system 43 Creating recovery discs 44 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers . 45 Returning your system to its factory condition . 46 Telephone support 48 Before calling Customer Care 48 Self-help 49 Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices . 50 viii
Contents Ethernet 26 Expansion cards 28 File management 28 Hard drive 28 Internet 30 Keyboard 32 Memory 32 Memory card reader 33 Modem (cable or DSL 33 Modem (dial-up 33 Monitor 36 Mouse 37 Networks 38 Optical disc drives 38 Passwords 40 Power 40 Printer 41 Sound 42 Recovering your system 43 Creating recovery discs 44 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers . 45 Returning your system to its factory condition . 46 Telephone support 48 Before calling Customer Care 48 Self-help 49 Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices . 50 viii
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... keep in this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that will help us to visit our website at http://registration.emachines.com. After we receive your product registration, you will invite you ! How to register. Some illustrations in a safe place.... 2 Please fill in customer surveys • The latest news from eMachines Hurry and register, as : • Faster service from our trained representatives • Membership in the eMachines community: receive promotions and participate in the mandatory fields and click Next. Choose your ...
... keep in this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that will help us to visit our website at http://registration.emachines.com. After we receive your product registration, you will invite you ! How to register. Some illustrations in a safe place.... 2 Please fill in customer surveys • The latest news from eMachines Hurry and register, as : • Faster service from our trained representatives • Membership in the eMachines community: receive promotions and participate in the mandatory fields and click Next. Choose your ...
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This jack is color-coded pink. This jack is color-coded green. 3 Press this jack. You can also configure the power button to turn the power on or off. Plug a microphone into this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on . Front Component Icon DVD/CD drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this jack. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other device into these ports....
This jack is color-coded pink. This jack is color-coded green. 3 Press this jack. You can also configure the power button to turn the power on or off. Plug a microphone into this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on . Front Component Icon DVD/CD drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this jack. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other device into these ports....
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Back Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer Important Your computer's hardware options and port locations may vary from this port. The switch is set to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this illustration. Plug a microphone into these ports. Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this connector. Plug the power cord into this is preset at the factory. This jack is user configurable for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack. ...
Back Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer Important Your computer's hardware options and port locations may vary from this port. The switch is set to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this illustration. Plug a microphone into these ports. Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this connector. Plug the power cord into this is preset at the factory. This jack is user configurable for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack. ...
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Plug your rear right and left and right speakers into this jack so you can record sound on your computer (Default). Connects to devices such as a stereo) into this jack. Stereo out: Plug your side left speakers into this jack. This jack is user configurable for one of the following: Stereo in /side speaker jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack ESATA port (optional) Serial port (optional) HDMI port (optional) ESATA HDMI Description Plug your center speaker and subwoofer into this jack. Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Enables fast external disk ...
Plug your rear right and left and right speakers into this jack so you can record sound on your computer (Default). Connects to devices such as a stereo) into this jack. Stereo out: Plug your side left speakers into this jack. This jack is user configurable for one of the following: Stereo in /side speaker jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack ESATA port (optional) Serial port (optional) HDMI port (optional) ESATA HDMI Description Plug your center speaker and subwoofer into this jack. Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Enables fast external disk ...
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Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up the work area and avoiding discomfort and strain: • Keep hands and arms parallel to the floor. • Adjust the screen so it is perpendicular to your line of sight, and the top of the screen is no higher than eye leve. • Place your eyes. • Find ways to change your position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest. • Keep ventilation openings clear of tasks. 7 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain •...
Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up the work area and avoiding discomfort and strain: • Keep hands and arms parallel to the floor. • Adjust the screen so it is perpendicular to your line of sight, and the top of the screen is no higher than eye leve. • Place your eyes. • Find ways to change your position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest. • Keep ventilation openings clear of tasks. 7 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain •...
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If you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer during a power failure. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Although you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Preparing power connections Protecting from reaching your computer can enter your computer by using a surge protector. Protect ...
If you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer during a power failure. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Although you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Preparing power connections Protecting from reaching your computer can enter your computer by using a surge protector. Protect ...
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For the location, see "Back" on the back of your computer, near the power cable connector. In other areas of your computer to set correctly for your location is operating in an environment such as while in another country). To set to 230. The power supply should be moved to this switch is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory, but you set at 60 Hz. The power supply's voltage selection for your location before turning on the back of the world, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. The power ...
For the location, see "Back" on the back of your computer, near the power cable connector. In other areas of your computer to set correctly for your location is operating in an environment such as while in another country). To set to 230. The power supply should be moved to this switch is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory, but you set at 60 Hz. The power supply's voltage selection for your location before turning on the back of the world, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. The power ...
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For information about setting up modem Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use with a built-in Ethernet (network) jack. Your computer may be equipped with a standard telephone line to connect to the internet or fax documents. For the location, see "Back" on the modem at the back of the network cable into the network jack on page 4. 10 To connect to a broadband modem or to an Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on page 4. 2 Insert the other end of your computer. To connect the modem: 1 Insert one end of your computer. Connecting a dial-...
For information about setting up modem Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use with a built-in Ethernet (network) jack. Your computer may be equipped with a standard telephone line to connect to the internet or fax documents. For the location, see "Back" on the modem at the back of the network cable into the network jack on page 4. 10 To connect to a broadband modem or to an Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on page 4. 2 Insert the other end of your computer. To connect the modem: 1 Insert one end of your computer. Connecting a dial-...
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If the pointer changes to a hand, the item is called a Web site. To learn more . You can contain text, animations, music, and other multimedia features. 2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. (The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines.) 3 If you want, you can use any of the commercially available Web browsers, like Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator. You can connect a telephone to millions of information sources. You can identify a link by clicking areas on Web pages, which are electronic documents that ...
If the pointer changes to a hand, the item is called a Web site. To learn more . You can contain text, animations, music, and other multimedia features. 2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. (The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines.) 3 If you want, you can use any of the commercially available Web browsers, like Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator. You can connect a telephone to millions of information sources. You can identify a link by clicking areas on Web pages, which are electronic documents that ...
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... default Web browser opens showing an opening page or welcome screen. 3 To go to a different Web site, type the address (called a URL for example www.emachines.com), then click GO on the World Wide Web.
... default Web browser opens showing an opening page or welcome screen. 3 To go to a different Web site, type the address (called a URL for example www.emachines.com), then click GO on the World Wide Web.