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... site 3 Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 4 BigFix 4 Online help 5 eMachines contact information 6 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 7 Desktop PC Front 8 Desktop PC Back 10 Identifying your model 13 eMachines model and serial number 13 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 3 Getting Started 15 Working safely 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your computer desk ... Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 28 4 Using Drives and Ports 29 Using the diskette drive 30 Using the memory card reader 31 www.eMachines.com i
... site 3 Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 4 BigFix 4 Online help 5 eMachines contact information 6 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 7 Desktop PC Front 8 Desktop PC Back 10 Identifying your model 13 eMachines model and serial number 13 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 3 Getting Started 15 Working safely 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your computer desk ... Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 28 4 Using Drives and Ports 29 Using the diskette drive 30 Using the memory card reader 31 www.eMachines.com i
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... DVD drives 57 Computer 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64 ii www.eMachines.com
... DVD drives 57 Computer 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64 ii www.eMachines.com
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Memory card reader 64 Modem (dial-up 64 Monitor 68 Mouse 69 Networks 70 Passwords 70 Power 70 Printer 70 Sound 72 Telephone support 73 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 73 Telephone numbers 74 Self-help 74 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 75 Index 83 www.eMachines.com iii
Memory card reader 64 Modem (dial-up 64 Monitor 68 Mouse 69 Networks 70 Passwords 70 Power 70 Printer 70 Sound 72 Telephone support 73 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 73 Telephone numbers 74 Self-help 74 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 75 Index 83 www.eMachines.com iii
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Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using online help • Contacting eMachines 1
Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using online help • Contacting eMachines 1
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...of your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com to provide best-of services and support. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to our customers - Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality... You have highlighted some basic care and safety information to help you keep your new computer. We have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to come. We are sure that you are provided with our range of -class ...
...of your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com to provide best-of services and support. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to our customers - Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality... You have highlighted some basic care and safety information to help you keep your new computer. We have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to come. We are sure that you are provided with our range of -class ...
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...automated support. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help and Support opens. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, and information ... link, performing a search, or browsing the index. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your...
...automated support. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help and Support opens. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, and information ... link, performing a search, or browsing the index. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your...
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... the topic name in the Search box. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are relevant to search for problems and conflicts. BigFix BigFix monitors your search results, click the results header for the type of...
... the topic name in the Search box. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are relevant to search for problems and conflicts. BigFix BigFix monitors your search results, click the results header for the type of...
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You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help Many programs provide information online so you can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button. www.eMachines.com 5
You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help Many programs provide information online so you can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button. www.eMachines.com 5
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Chapter 1: Getting Help eMachines contact information To help you locate eMachines contact information, you can find the eMachines Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on the front of your computer case. 6 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 1: Getting Help eMachines contact information To help you locate eMachines contact information, you can find the eMachines Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on the front of your computer case. 6 www.eMachines.com
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Chapter 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories 7
Chapter 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories 7
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Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. DVD/CD drive DVD/CD drive (optional) Diskette drive (optional) USB port (optional) Hard drive access indicator Memory card reader (optional) Power button/ Power indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Headphone jack Model: S/No: eMachines help resources and Customer Care information Model and serial number 8 www.eMachines.com Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. DVD/CD drive DVD/CD drive (optional) Diskette drive (optional) USB port (optional) Hard drive access indicator Memory card reader (optional) Power button/ Power indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Headphone jack Model: S/No: eMachines help resources and Customer Care information Model and serial number 8 www.eMachines.com Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
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... listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on drive type). Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card...DVD, or recordable DVD drive. For more information, see "Using the diskette drive" on page 33. Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. To ...
... listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on drive type). Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card...DVD, or recordable DVD drive. For more information, see "Using the diskette drive" on page 33. Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. To ...
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port PS/2 keyboard Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output (Line out) jack Audio input (Line in) jack Telephone jack Case cover thumbscrew IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Case cover thumbscrew 10 www.eMachines.com Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port PS/2 keyboard Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output (Line out) jack Audio input (Line in) jack Telephone jack Case cover thumbscrew IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Case cover thumbscrew 10 www.eMachines.com Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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... a telephone jack, plug the cable for your area. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this jack. In the United... is color-coded lime green. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a stereo) into these screws before opening the case. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a monitor into this port. If your computer. This jack is color-coded red or pink. This jack is operating in )...
... a telephone jack, plug the cable for your area. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this jack. In the United... is color-coded lime green. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a stereo) into these screws before opening the case. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a monitor into this port. If your computer. This jack is color-coded red or pink. This jack is operating in )...
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For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Component IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Icon Description Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a modem cable into this jack.
For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Component IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Icon Description Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a modem cable into this jack.
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... Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for informational purposes only. www.eMachines.com 13 Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance. Label information ...varies by model, features ordered, and location. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your operating system...
... Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for informational purposes only. www.eMachines.com 13 Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance. Label information ...varies by model, features ordered, and location. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your operating system...
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... floor Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Do not use your computer in your computer occasionally, and try to the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you...
... floor Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Do not use your computer in your computer occasionally, and try to the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you...
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... sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your chair so the keyboard is at a comfortable distance. www.eMachines.com 17 You can use a footrest to provide extra back support. Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain ■ Vary your activities to avoid excessive...
... sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your chair so the keyboard is at a comfortable distance. www.eMachines.com 17 You can use a footrest to provide extra back support. Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain ■ Vary your activities to avoid excessive...
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... cards, and peripheral devices. Make sure this , the voltage switch should always be moved to this when your computer is set to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com
... cards, and peripheral devices. Make sure this , the voltage switch should always be moved to this when your computer is set to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com