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... 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 and chair 16 Setting up your computer and computer accessories 17 Sitting at...
... 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 and chair 16 Setting up your computer and computer accessories 17 Sitting at...
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...Playing a DVD 35 Creating CDs or DVDs 35 5 Maintaining Your Computer 37 Caring for your computer 38 Updating Windows 38 Protecting your computer from viruses 39 Cleaning your computer 41 Cleaning the exterior 41 Cleaning the keyboard 42 Cleaning the computer display 42 Cleaning the mouse 42 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 44 ...Troubleshooting 55 Safety guidelines 56 First steps 56 Troubleshooting 57 Add-in cards 57 Audio 57 Battery 57 CD or 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...
...Playing a DVD 35 Creating CDs or DVDs 35 5 Maintaining Your Computer 37 Caring for your computer 38 Updating Windows 38 Protecting your computer from viruses 39 Cleaning your computer 41 Cleaning the exterior 41 Cleaning the keyboard 42 Cleaning the computer display 42 Cleaning the mouse 42 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 44 ...Troubleshooting 55 Safety guidelines 56 First steps 56 Troubleshooting 57 Add-in cards 57 Audio 57 Battery 57 CD or 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...
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...the best product possible. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We are provided with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at affordable prices. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most ...stringent quality control tests to come. We have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to help you for ...
...the best product possible. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We are provided with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at affordable prices. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most ...stringent quality control tests to come. We have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to help you for ...
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...days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, and information about Windows and to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Use Help and Support to help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information by clicking a link,... then click Help and Support. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support opens. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. You can find help information, troubleshooters, ...
...days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, and information about Windows and to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Use Help and Support to help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information by clicking a link,... then click Help and Support. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support opens. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. You can find help information, troubleshooters, ...
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... search topic. ■ Full-text Search Matches - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To view a topic, click the topic name in the Search Results list. To fix the problem, click on that icon to search for and... for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search box located at the top of your computer for problems and conflicts.
... search topic. ■ Full-text Search Matches - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To view a topic, click the topic name in the Search Results list. To fix the problem, click on that icon to search for and... for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search box located at the top of your computer for problems and conflicts.
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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. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. 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
Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. 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
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... or mouse) into the memory card reader. The button lights when the computer is turned on or off. Contains your drive type and for more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 9 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA..., scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 33. For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. To identify your model and serial number. Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE...
... or mouse) into the memory card reader. The button lights when the computer is turned on or off. Contains your drive type and for more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 9 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA..., scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 33. For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. To identify your model and serial number. Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE...
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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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...or headphones into this switch is in the correct position for the correct power available. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this port. PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel port Monitor port ... jack. If your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for your computer is supplied at 230 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for a telephone into this jack. Remove these ports. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this port....
...or headphones into this switch is in the correct position for the correct power available. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this port. PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel port Monitor port ... jack. If your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for your computer is supplied at 230 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for a telephone into this jack. Remove these ports. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this port....
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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 this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack.
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 this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack.
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... and serial number. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for informational purposes only. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The...
... and serial number. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for informational purposes only. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The...
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...computer occasionally, and try to the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. Setting up your computer... desk and chair When you are setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Do not use your computer...Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure ...are parallel to focus on your computer screen for long periods of screen...computer desk and monitor so you maintain good posture. ■ ...
...computer occasionally, and try to the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. Setting up your computer... desk and chair When you are setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Do not use your computer...Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure ...are parallel to focus on your computer screen for long periods of screen...computer desk and monitor so you maintain good posture. ■ ...
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...the forward tilt of the seat, or use a footrest to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at a comfortable distance. www.eMachines.com 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain ■ Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition. ■ Take breaks to change your ...to your line of sight. ■ Place your keyboard and mouse at the same height and distance as the monitor. Setting up your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. Make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly...
...the forward tilt of the seat, or use a footrest to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at a comfortable distance. www.eMachines.com 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain ■ Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition. ■ Take breaks to change your ...to your line of sight. ■ Place your keyboard and mouse at the same height and distance as the monitor. Setting up your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. Make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly...
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...voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be set to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com The voltage selection for your location before turning on the back of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you cannot run your computer long enough to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system ...damage. Warning High voltages can increase to save your work and shut down your computer normally. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Caution If you have a cable modem, use a surge ...
...voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be set to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com The voltage selection for your location before turning on the back of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you cannot run your computer long enough to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system ...damage. Warning High voltages can increase to save your work and shut down your computer normally. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Caution If you have a cable modem, use a surge ...
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Starting your computer. www.eMachines.com 19 Voltage selection switch Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to your computer To set up your computer. 4 Turn on -screen instructions to the correct voltage position. See the setup poster. 2 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on any...
Starting your computer. www.eMachines.com 19 Voltage selection switch Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to your computer To set up your computer. 4 Turn on -screen instructions to the correct voltage position. See the setup poster. 2 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on any...
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...order to turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com Important If for some ...reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . Windows shuts...
...order to turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com Important If for some ...reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . Windows shuts...
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...one or more information about port locations, "Checking Out Your eMachines Computer" on page 7. IEEE 1394 and USB ports support plug-and-play . Type the keyword installing devices in the Search box , then click the arrow. 28 www.eMachines.com Parallel and serial port devices are not plug-and-...play and hot-swapping, which means that your computer. When you use these ports to connect peripheral devices such as Firewire® or i....
...one or more information about port locations, "Checking Out Your eMachines Computer" on page 7. IEEE 1394 and USB ports support plug-and-play . Type the keyword installing devices in the Search box , then click the arrow. 28 www.eMachines.com Parallel and serial port devices are not plug-and-...play and hot-swapping, which means that your computer. When you use these ports to connect peripheral devices such as Firewire® or i....