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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 ! Thank you get started with your eMachines computer. Thank you for your purchase!
We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you ! Thank you get started with your eMachines computer. Thank you for your purchase!
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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 Transfer files and settings from a previous computer to a new one Learn about your computer, as well as links to the Welcome Center! The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 welcome to special deals 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 Transfer files and settings from a previous computer to a new one Learn about your computer, as well as links to the Welcome Center! The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 welcome to special deals from eMachines partners!
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...-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. Just click (Start), then click Help and Support. eMachines'Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. need a ...
...-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. Just click (Start), then click Help and Support. eMachines'Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. need a ...
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... BigFix. 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 eMachines computer, BigFix checks your computer for problems and conflicts and lets you on using ...your eMachines computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. Click Help, then click ...
... BigFix. 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 eMachines computer, BigFix checks your computer for problems and conflicts and lets you on using ...your eMachines computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. Click Help, then click ...
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... in the Internet address or URL (Universal Resource Locator) This is a Web page This is where you type in an Internet address, such as www.emachines.com, click Go, and you 've connected with an Internet connection. surfing the 'net Explore the World Wide Web with .
... in the Internet address or URL (Universal Resource Locator) This is a Web page This is where you type in an Internet address, such as www.emachines.com, click Go, and you 've connected with an Internet connection. surfing the 'net Explore the World Wide Web with .
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... have a DVD drive to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. Enjoy listening to a music CD or watch a movie on your new eMachines computer. You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in your listening and viewing pleasure... for...
... have a DVD drive to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. Enjoy listening to a music CD or watch a movie on your new eMachines computer. You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in your listening and viewing pleasure... for...
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..., writable DVD into the DVD burner on your computer. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with easy-to-use software already installed on your eMachines computer. Note: you want to create MP3s of home movies or special videos. Put a music CD in your online user guide. 13
..., writable DVD into the DVD burner on your computer. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with easy-to-use software already installed on your eMachines computer. Note: you want to create MP3s of home movies or special videos. Put a music CD in your online user guide. 13
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Use these tools regularly 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 your computer: • Windows Security-...
Use these tools regularly 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 your computer: • Windows Security-...
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... problem, click that icon and BigFix will open. Click here for information about updates specific to 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 the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from...
... problem, click that icon and BigFix will open. Click here for information about updates specific to 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 the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from...
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... drive contents (Windows Vista, pre-installed software and drivers), click Create factory default disc or, to finish. 21 To create discs, click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. Follow the on-screen instructions to create recovery discs for your system. prepare to recover When you have blank discs ready.
... drive contents (Windows Vista, pre-installed software and drivers), click Create factory default disc or, to finish. 21 To create discs, click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. Follow the on-screen instructions to create recovery discs for your system. prepare to recover When you have blank discs ready.
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eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to finish. 22 The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to factory default. reinstalling the operating system If you can run Windows... 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management.
eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to finish. 22 The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to factory default. reinstalling the operating system If you can run Windows... 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management.
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If you restore your computer, it will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the hard drive or recovery discs, contact eMachines Customer Care for help. • After you cannot run Windows... 1 Restart your computer's software up to finish. IMPORTANT • If your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the factory. You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to bring your computer, then press the ALT+F10 keys during startup. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to date. 23
If you restore your computer, it will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the hard drive or recovery discs, contact eMachines Customer Care for help. • After you cannot run Windows... 1 Restart your computer's software up to finish. IMPORTANT • If your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the factory. You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to bring your computer, then press the ALT+F10 keys during startup. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to date. 23
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 eMachines contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 eMachines contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 ...
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www.emachines.com Deleting unnecessary files 65 Checking the hard drive for errors 66 Defragmenting the hard drive 67 Backing up files 68 Scheduling maintenance tasks 69 ...
www.emachines.com Deleting unnecessary files 65 Checking the hard drive for errors 66 Defragmenting the hard drive 67 Backing up files 68 Scheduling maintenance tasks 69 ...
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Contents Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 95 Using Microsoft System Restore 99 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . 102 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . 103 Telephone support 104 Before calling Customer Care 104 eMachines contact information 105 Self-help 106 Appendix A: Legal Notices 107 Index 117 iv
Contents Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 95 Using Microsoft System Restore 99 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . 102 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . 103 Telephone support 104 Before calling Customer Care 104 eMachines contact information 105 Self-help 106 Appendix A: Legal Notices 107 Index 117 iv
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Chapter 1 About This Reference • About this guide • Accessing the online User Guide • eMachines contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • For more information 1
Chapter 1 About This Reference • About this guide • Accessing the online User Guide • eMachines contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • For more information 1
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...because hardware options and port locations may vary. Some illustrations in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to your model of eMachines computer. For all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • ...Playing and recording media • Networking To access your User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click eMachines Documentation. 2 The Support page also has links to this guide, your User Guide has been included on your computer's label. Chapter 1: About ...
...because hardware options and port locations may vary. Some illustrations in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to your model of eMachines computer. For all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • ...Playing and recording media • Networking To access your User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click eMachines Documentation. 2 The Support page also has links to this guide, your User Guide has been included on your computer's label. Chapter 1: About ...
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If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation DVD, you will need to enter these numbers to activate Windows. 3 www.emachines.com eMachines contact information The label on the back or side of your computer contains information that identifies your operating system. Technical Support Serial number telephone... Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the top of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you call for your computer model and serial number.
If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation DVD, you will need to enter these numbers to activate Windows. 3 www.emachines.com eMachines contact information The label on the back or side of your computer contains information that identifies your operating system. Technical Support Serial number telephone... Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the top of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you call for your computer model and serial number.
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..., cellular telephone, or other device into these ports. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. www.emachines.com Component Icon Optical disc drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this button to turn...
..., cellular telephone, or other device into these ports. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. www.emachines.com Component Icon Optical disc drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this button to turn...