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... 3 Back 4 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 7 Working safely and comfortably 8 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 8 Preparing power connections 9 Protecting from power source problems 9 Checking the voltage selection 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 11 Connecting a dial-up modem 11 Using the World Wide Web 12 Connecting to...
... 3 Back 4 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 7 Working safely and comfortably 8 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 8 Preparing power connections 9 Protecting from power source problems 9 Checking the voltage selection 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 11 Connecting a dial-up modem 11 Using the World Wide Web 12 Connecting to...
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... to save your work and shut down your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your computer normally. 9 During a power surge, the...
... to save your work and shut down your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your computer normally. 9 During a power surge, the...
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The message may help . Chapter 3: Troubleshooting First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected to your computer and an AC outlet and that ... order. 26 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are listed in a program, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. • If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that you use a power strip or surge protector...
The message may help . Chapter 3: Troubleshooting First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected to your computer and an AC outlet and that ... order. 26 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are listed in a program, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. • If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that you use a power strip or surge protector...
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... message • Restart your computer. • Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to restart your computer. • If your files to another drive. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • Empty the Recycle Bin by right-clicking the Recycle Bin icon, then clicking Empty Recycle Bin.
... message • Restart your computer. • Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to restart your computer. • If your files to another drive. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • Empty the Recycle Bin by right-clicking the Recycle Bin icon, then clicking Empty Recycle Bin.
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... press ENTER. 31 See your setup poster to the Internet • If you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that the connections have a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is set up correctly. Help For more information, "Modem (dial-up modem, make sure that the connections have become...
... press ENTER. 31 See your setup poster to the Internet • If you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that the connections have a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is set up correctly. Help For more information, "Modem (dial-up modem, make sure that the connections have become...
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..., disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser, then reconnect and open on your computer People are unable to browse the Internet • This problem can affect Internet performance: • The condition of the telephone lines in your residence or at your local telephone service • The condition of the...
..., disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser, then reconnect and open on your computer People are unable to browse the Internet • This problem can affect Internet performance: • The condition of the telephone lines in your residence or at your local telephone service • The condition of the...
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... free from corrosion and all screws in the Search box, then press ENTER. • Disconnect any answering machine, fax machine, or printer that is a common problem that can also call your modem. • Check for line noise. Line noise is on the same line as the modem.
... free from corrosion and all screws in the Search box, then press ENTER. • Disconnect any answering machine, fax machine, or printer that is a common problem that can also call your modem. • Check for line noise. Line noise is on the same line as the modem.
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... a 56K modem • Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. 36 You cannot connect to 33.6K. The problem may be too noisy. Your ISP may lower the speed even further. The telephone line may be having technical difficulties. If your telephone service. Contact...
... a 56K modem • Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. 36 You cannot connect to 33.6K. The problem may be too noisy. Your ISP may lower the speed even further. The telephone line may be having technical difficulties. If your telephone service. Contact...
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... handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. Type modem troubleshooting in and turned on the telephone, or another modem, it begins handshaking. You may cause problems with your computer. The computer is running but there is no picture • Make sure that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols. The modem is...
... handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. Type modem troubleshooting in and turned on the telephone, or another modem, it begins handshaking. You may cause problems with your computer. The computer is running but there is no picture • Make sure that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols. The modem is...
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... computer display or becomes difficult to your computer. • Some music CDs have a DVD drive. • Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your company network Every network is clean and free of debris. Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be...
... computer display or becomes difficult to your computer. • Some music CDs have a DVD drive. • Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your company network Every network is clean and free of debris. Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be...
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... system). For instructions, see that were pre-installed at www.emachines.com. Problem solving may also involve reinstalling some time to a previous system condition. eMachines provides everything was working correctly, the problem may be solved by returning your system from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on...
... system). For instructions, see that were pre-installed at www.emachines.com. Problem solving may also involve reinstalling some time to a previous system condition. eMachines provides everything was working correctly, the problem may be solved by returning your system from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on...
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... Disc 1 of recovery discs beforehand. To create recovery discs: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. OR To create recovery discs for the hard drive's entire original contents, including Windows ...and drivers, click Create factory default disc. - Continue recording discs until the process is complete. 45 eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 To create recovery discs for only the factory-loaded software and drivers, click ...click OK. Creating recovery discs If your computer experiences problems that you may need to list, then click Next.
... Disc 1 of recovery discs beforehand. To create recovery discs: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. OR To create recovery discs for the hard drive's entire original contents, including Windows ...and drivers, click Create factory default disc. - Continue recording discs until the process is complete. 45 eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 To create recovery discs for only the factory-loaded software and drivers, click ...click OK. Creating recovery discs If your computer experiences problems that you may need to list, then click Next.
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...OS and all files on your hard drive, back them up now. • If you can access important files on your hard drive. 47 eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to return your hard drive or the recovery discs you have created. .... Returning your system to its factory condition. You can reinstall using either your system to its factory condition In case your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you may need to reinstall everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software ...
...OS and all files on your hard drive, back them up now. • If you can access important files on your hard drive. 47 eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to return your hard drive or the recovery discs you have created. .... Returning your system to its factory condition. You can reinstall using either your system to its factory condition In case your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you may need to reinstall everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software ...
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Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC power outlet that you have installed it according to " questions about using a program, see the manufacturer's ... in securely. • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that it . If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see : • Online Help • Printed documentation • The Microsoft Windows documentation • The software publisher's Web site 49 If you use a surge protector, make...
Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC power outlet that you have installed it according to " questions about using a program, see the manufacturer's ... in securely. • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that it . If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see : • Online Help • Printed documentation • The Microsoft Windows documentation • The software publisher's Web site 49 If you use a surge protector, make...
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... hardware can be found in the Search box, then press ENTER. 50 Liquid has been spilled into your computer problem if: - The technician may have how-to information about using your eMachines-supplied hardware or software, see the following resources: • The printed or online documentation that your computer is nearby at... was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. • Have your customer ID, serial number, and order number available, along with your problem, including the exact text of your call.
... hardware can be found in the Search box, then press ENTER. 50 Liquid has been spilled into your computer problem if: - The technician may have how-to information about using your eMachines-supplied hardware or software, see the following resources: • The printed or online documentation that your computer is nearby at... was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. • Have your customer ID, serial number, and order number available, along with your problem, including the exact text of your call.
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...damaged the computer • If liquid has been spilled into the computer • If the computer is not operating normally • If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 16 • If your... problem is not listed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on how and where to contact the service centers available in your monitor. To ...
...damaged the computer • If liquid has been spilled into the computer • If the computer is not operating normally • If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 16 • If your... problem is not listed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on how and where to contact the service centers available in your monitor. To ...