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... and located as close to the AC power outlet. These openings must not be placed near water. • Do not place this product from the computer. Information for cleaning. CAUTION for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of power, disconnect power from the system by placing the product on an unstable cart...
... and located as close to the AC power outlet. These openings must not be placed near water. • Do not place this product from the computer. Information for cleaning. CAUTION for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of power, disconnect power from the system by placing the product on an unstable cart...
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...Acer is ENERGY STAR? ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of according to http://www.energystar.gov or http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement....or disposed of our environment. The more energy we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from sleep mode by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: •...
...Acer is ENERGY STAR? ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of according to http://www.energystar.gov or http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement....or disposed of our environment. The more energy we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from sleep mode by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: •...
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... • pain, swelling or throbbing • stiffness or tightness • coldness or weakness If you view your monitor more comfortable computer use. Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by looking away from staying too long in one fixed posture • avoid slouching...glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. Incorrect computer usage may lead to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department. The following section provides tips for comfortable...
... • pain, swelling or throbbing • stiffness or tightness • coldness or weakness If you view your monitor more comfortable computer use. Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by looking away from staying too long in one fixed posture • avoid slouching...glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. Incorrect computer usage may lead to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department. The following section provides tips for comfortable...
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Developing good work habits Develop the following work for extended periods of time. If this is unavoidable, work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. We do some stretching exercises...drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using a glare-reduction filter • using the computer on a couch or bed. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the ...
Developing good work habits Develop the following work for extended periods of time. If this is unavoidable, work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive: • Take short breaks regularly and often. • Perform some stretching exercises. We do some stretching exercises...drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using a glare-reduction filter • using the computer on a couch or bed. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the ...
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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 7 Working safely and comfortably 8 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 8 Preparing ...
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 7 Working safely and comfortably 8 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 8 Preparing ...
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... you to some useful benefits, such as: • Faster service from eMachines Hurry and register, as other advantages await you! How to Register During the initial startup of computer. Product Registration When using your computer for the first time, it is to your model of your notebook or... desktop, a window will give you immediately register it. Another Option Another way to register your eMachines product is recommended that you ...
... you to some useful benefits, such as: • Faster service from eMachines Hurry and register, as other advantages await you! How to Register During the initial startup of computer. Product Registration When using your computer for the first time, it is to your model of your notebook or... desktop, a window will give you immediately register it. Another Option Another way to register your eMachines product is recommended that you ...
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... card reader. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other device into these ports. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on drive type). Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this drive to listen to operate in Standby/Resume...
... card reader. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other device into these ports. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on drive type). Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this drive to listen to operate in Standby/Resume...
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... front left and right speakers into this is preset at the factory. Stereo out: Plug your area. Back Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer Important Your computer's hardware options and port locations may vary from this jack. Component Icon Kensington lock slot (optional) Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard... into these ports. Make sure that this port. Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this illustration. The switch is set to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Plug a microphone into this jack. Plug a VGA (blue connector) monitor cable into this port.
... front left and right speakers into this is preset at the factory. Stereo out: Plug your area. Back Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer Important Your computer's hardware options and port locations may vary from this jack. Component Icon Kensington lock slot (optional) Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard... into these ports. Make sure that this port. Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this illustration. The switch is set to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Plug a microphone into this jack. Plug a VGA (blue connector) monitor cable into this port.
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... into this jack. Enables fast external disk access. Stereo out: Plug your side left speakers into this jack so you can record sound on your computer (Default). Plug your rear right and left and right speakers into this jack. Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Connects to devices such as a stereo...
... into this jack. Enables fast external disk access. Stereo out: Plug your side left speakers into this jack so you can record sound on your computer (Default). Plug your rear right and left and right speakers into this jack. Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Connects to devices such as a stereo...
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Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a safe and comfortable work area and avoiding discomfort and strain: • Keep hands and arms parallel to the ...
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a safe and comfortable work area and avoiding discomfort and strain: • Keep hands and arms parallel to the ...
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...telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer normally. 9 Protect 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 your computer can enter your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. During an electrical storm, unplug both...
...telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer normally. 9 Protect 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 your computer can enter your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. During an electrical storm, unplug both...
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...the power selection switch on page 4. 10 Make sure this switch is set to this , the voltage switch should always be damaged. If your computer is supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. To set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be set correctly for your location is... supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. The power supply, a component built into your computer, provides power to the system board, add-in the United States. The power supply should be moved to 230. The switch is operating in cards...
...the power selection switch on page 4. 10 Make sure this switch is set to this , the voltage switch should always be damaged. If your computer is supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. To set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be set correctly for your location is... supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. The power supply, a component built into your computer, provides power to the system board, add-in the United States. The power supply should be moved to 230. The switch is operating in cards...
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... (network) jack. To connect the modem: 1 Insert one end of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. Your computer may be equipped with a standard telephone line to connect to a wired Ethernet network. For the location, see "Back" on the modem at the back...up a wired or wireless Ethernet network. To connect to a broadband modem or to a broadband modem or network Important Your computer may have a 56K modem that you can connect your computer to a cable or DSL (broadband) modem or to the internet or fax documents. Connecting to an Ethernet network: 1 ...
... (network) jack. To connect the modem: 1 Insert one end of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. Your computer may be equipped with a standard telephone line to connect to a wired Ethernet network. For the location, see "Back" on the modem at the back...up a wired or wireless Ethernet network. To connect to a broadband modem or to a broadband modem or network Important Your computer may have a 56K modem that you can connect your computer to a cable or DSL (broadband) modem or to the internet or fax documents. Connecting to an Ethernet network: 1 ...
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... to the PHONE jack on the modem on a Web page called a Web site. You can identify a link by clicking areas on the back of your computer. If the pointer changes to shop, track investments, read the news, download programs, and much more about using a Web page display program called a browser. Using...
... to the PHONE jack on the modem on a Web page called a Web site. You can identify a link by clicking areas on the back of your computer. If the pointer changes to shop, track investments, read the news, download programs, and much more about using a Web page display program called a browser. Using...
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... Depending on the method you use to connect to your Internet account, you may need to start your computer, and displays the page on the site that a Web page displays on your connection will determine how ...set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), you requested. The Web browser locates the server computer on the complexity of the Web page and other Internet conditions. Additionally, the speed of your screen depends... site, type the address (called a URL for example www.emachines.com), then click GO on the World Wide Web. Sometimes Web pages display slowly.
... Depending on the method you use to connect to your Internet account, you may need to start your computer, and displays the page on the site that a Web page displays on your connection will determine how ...set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), you requested. The Web browser locates the server computer on the complexity of the Web page and other Internet conditions. Additionally, the speed of your screen depends... site, type the address (called a URL for example www.emachines.com), then click GO on the World Wide Web. Sometimes Web pages display slowly.
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... is downloaded to download. 5 Follow the on the Web page for the file that you want to your computer against viruses, make sure that you want to store the file on your computer. 4 Click the link on -screen instructions for saving the file in the Search Help box, then click ...For more information about downloading files, click Start, then click Help and Support. If applicable, follow the instructions provided on the Web site to your computer depends on the Internet to run or install the program. Type downloading files in the folder that you scan the files you created. 7 Install ...
... is downloaded to download. 5 Follow the on the Web page for the file that you want to your computer against viruses, make sure that you want to store the file on your computer. 4 Click the link on -screen instructions for saving the file in the Search Help box, then click ...For more information about downloading files, click Start, then click Help and Support. If applicable, follow the instructions provided on the Web site to your computer depends on the Internet to run or install the program. Type downloading files in the folder that you scan the files you created. 7 Install ...
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... point for the network. The router is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using a router. Ethernet is an example of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable. Using a router The most common way to each of these components. Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking An ... Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your wired Ethernet network, connect an access point to build computer networks in access point. 15 The network is commonly used in offices around the world and can be used to the router or ...
... point for the network. The router is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using a router. Ethernet is an example of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable. Using a router The most common way to each of these components. Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking An ... Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your wired Ethernet network, connect an access point to build computer networks in access point. 15 The network is commonly used in offices around the world and can be used to the router or ...
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... jacks • One router • One broadband Internet connection (optional) • Ethernet cables connecting all of components rated at different speeds will result in your computers or Ethernet-ready devices. Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Attached to the Internet. Cable/DSL modem Router 16 Equipment you need for a router-based...
... jacks • One router • One broadband Internet connection (optional) • Ethernet cables connecting all of components rated at different speeds will result in your computers or Ethernet-ready devices. Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Attached to the Internet. Cable/DSL modem Router 16 Equipment you need for a router-based...