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... Inserting a CD or DVD 34 Playing a CD 35 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... 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
... Inserting a CD or DVD 34 Playing a CD 35 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... 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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... then click the arrow button. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are located on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you entered in the Search box. To view a topic, click the... you want to view. These topics are located in the Search Results list. To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to search for problems and conflicts. For each search, you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. You must...
... then click the arrow button. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are located on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you entered in the Search box. To view a topic, click the... you want to view. These topics are located in the Search Results list. To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to search for problems and conflicts. For each search, you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. You must...
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Chapter 5 Maintaining Your Computer • Caring for your computer • Updating Windows • Protecting your computer from viruses • Cleaning your computer • Restoring your system • Opening the computer case • Adding memory and replacing the battery 37
Chapter 5 Maintaining Your Computer • Caring for your computer • Updating Windows • Protecting your computer from viruses • Cleaning your computer • Restoring your system • Opening the computer case • Adding memory and replacing the battery 37
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... and keep it in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty. ■ Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. To run Windows Update: 1 Connect to the site regularly, so you can clog the internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■ When ...storing your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. www.eMachines.com Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer: ■ When transporting your computer, we recommend ...
... and keep it in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty. ■ Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. To run Windows Update: 1 Connect to the site regularly, so you can clog the internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■ When ...storing your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. www.eMachines.com Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer: ■ When transporting your computer, we recommend ...
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... messages, or downloaded from a virus by: ■ Registering and subscribing to malfunction. Norton AntiVirus opens. To scan for viruses www.eMachines.com 39 Viruses can damage data or cause your computer against the latest viruses. Protect your computer. ■ Using the Norton®... AntiVirus program to check files and programs that might have a virus. ■ Periodically updating the Norton AntiVirus program to the Norton AntiVirus service when you are opening contains a macro that are activated on a computer, then spreads...
... messages, or downloaded from a virus by: ■ Registering and subscribing to malfunction. Norton AntiVirus opens. To scan for viruses www.eMachines.com 39 Viruses can damage data or cause your computer against the latest viruses. Protect your computer. ■ Using the Norton®... AntiVirus program to check files and programs that might have a virus. ■ Periodically updating the Norton AntiVirus program to the Norton AntiVirus service when you are opening contains a macro that are activated on a computer, then spreads...
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www.eMachines.com 41 Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can of your computer clean and the vents free from the wall outlets. To update Norton AntiVirus after the free subscription period, you must extend your subscription. 1 Make sure that has a narrow, straw-...finish on -screen instructions to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, then click LiveUpdate - Cleaning your computer To update Norton AntiVirus: Tips & Tricks You received a free, limited-time subscription to the Norton AntiVirus service when you purchased your computer and...
www.eMachines.com 41 Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can of your computer clean and the vents free from the wall outlets. To update Norton AntiVirus after the free subscription period, you must extend your subscription. 1 Make sure that has a narrow, straw-...finish on -screen instructions to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, then click LiveUpdate - Cleaning your computer To update Norton AntiVirus: Tips & Tricks You received a free, limited-time subscription to the Norton AntiVirus service when you purchased your computer and...
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For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at any defect or ...changes are trademarks or registered trademarks of it describes at any form, without notices or obligation. © 2004 eMachines, Inc. Due to continuing system improvements, Gateway is a trademark of Intel Corporation. In the interest of such ...for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation and other countries. www.eMachines.com 81 eMachines, stylized "e" and fi gure logo are registered trademarks and MMX is not responsible for direct, indirect...
For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at any defect or ...changes are trademarks or registered trademarks of it describes at any form, without notices or obligation. © 2004 eMachines, Inc. Due to continuing system improvements, Gateway is a trademark of Intel Corporation. In the interest of such ...for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation and other countries. www.eMachines.com 81 eMachines, stylized "e" and fi gure logo are registered trademarks and MMX is not responsible for direct, indirect...
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...Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video playing 35 virus protecting against 39 removing with Norton AntiVirus 39 voltage ...switch 11 volume adjusting 21 adjusting modem 67 controls 21 muting 21 troubleshooting 72 W Web site eMachines 3 Windows Product Key Code 13 Windows key 23 Windows Media Player 35 Windows Update 38 working safely 16 Z Zip drive port 9, 11 88 www...
...Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video playing 35 virus protecting against 39 removing with Norton AntiVirus 39 voltage ...switch 11 volume adjusting 21 adjusting modem 67 controls 21 muting 21 troubleshooting 72 W Web site eMachines 3 Windows Product Key Code 13 Windows key 23 Windows Media Player 35 Windows Update 38 working safely 16 Z Zip drive port 9, 11 88 www...
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www.emachines.com Contents Chapter 7: Sending and Receiving Faxes 63 Installing and configuring Fax 64 Installing Fax 64 Configuring Fax 65 Sending a simple fax 67 Setting up ... Inserting a CD or DVD 74 Using a second monitor 75 Viewing the display on a television 76 Modifying television settings 78 Using Windows Media Center 79 Manually updating the Media Center Program Guide 80 Using multimedia 81 Adjusting the volume 81 Playing music and movies 83 Playing WAV audio files 83 Playing audio...
www.emachines.com Contents Chapter 7: Sending and Receiving Faxes 63 Installing and configuring Fax 64 Installing Fax 64 Configuring Fax 65 Sending a simple fax 67 Setting up ... Inserting a CD or DVD 74 Using a second monitor 75 Viewing the display on a television 76 Modifying television settings 78 Using Windows Media Center 79 Manually updating the Media Center Program Guide 80 Using multimedia 81 Adjusting the volume 81 Playing music and movies 83 Playing WAV audio files 83 Playing audio...
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Contents www.emachines.com Advanced multimedia software features 105 Recording audio 105 Chapter 9: Customizing Your Computer 107 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 108 Adjusting the color depth ... 120 About Windows XP user accounts 120 Protecting your computer from viruses 121 Using McAfee SecurityCenter 122 Using Windows XP Security Center 125 Security updates 126 Windows Update 126 BigFix 128 Chapter 11: Protecting and Recovering Your Files and Software 129 System recovery options 130 Copying driver and application recovery files 130...
Contents www.emachines.com Advanced multimedia software features 105 Recording audio 105 Chapter 9: Customizing Your Computer 107 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 108 Adjusting the color depth ... 120 About Windows XP user accounts 120 Protecting your computer from viruses 121 Using McAfee SecurityCenter 122 Using Windows XP Security Center 125 Security updates 126 Windows Update 126 BigFix 128 Chapter 11: Protecting and Recovering Your Files and Software 129 System recovery options 130 Copying driver and application recovery files 130...
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www.emachines.com Contents Updating Windows 142 BigFix 142 Managing hard drive space 143 Checking hard drive space 143 Using Disk Cleanup 143 Checking the hard drive for errors 144 ...
www.emachines.com Contents Updating Windows 142 BigFix 142 Managing hard drive space 143 Checking hard drive space 143 Using Disk Cleanup 143 Checking the hard drive for errors 144 ...
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Description The taskbar is set below the recommended value or when updates are running. For instructions on how to permanently delete them from this icon to open the Windows Security Center. 26 Type the keyword Windows desktop ... on the taskbar represent programs that opens. The icon changes appearance to programs, files, help for Windows and other tasks. CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com Using the Windows desktop Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. The desktop is...
Description The taskbar is set below the recommended value or when updates are running. For instructions on how to permanently delete them from this icon to open the Windows Security Center. 26 Type the keyword Windows desktop ... on the taskbar represent programs that opens. The icon changes appearance to programs, files, help for Windows and other tasks. CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com Using the Windows desktop Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. The desktop is...
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...then press OK. 5 Navigate to Guide, then press OK. 6 Navigate to Settings, then press OK. However, on the remote control. To manually update the Media Center Program Guide: 1 Before starting Media Center, make sure that you connect to make a selection. Media Center starts. 3 Navigate to ...Get guide data, then press OK. CHAPTER 8: Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com Button(s) Navigation buttons Functions Let you move the cursor around the Guide and menus, make selections, navigate back to the previous screen, ...
...then press OK. 5 Navigate to Guide, then press OK. 6 Navigate to Settings, then press OK. However, on the remote control. To manually update the Media Center Program Guide: 1 Before starting Media Center, make sure that you connect to make a selection. Media Center starts. 3 Navigate to ...Get guide data, then press OK. CHAPTER 8: Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com Button(s) Navigation buttons Functions Let you move the cursor around the Guide and menus, make selections, navigate back to the previous screen, ...
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We recommend that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as PowerDVD) installed. www.emachines.com Creating music CDs and video DVDs Creating video DVDs You can be recorded to DVD and replayed on another Media Center computer or on a .... The non-Media Center computer must also have been recorded with Service Pack (SP) 1 or 2, Windows Media Player 9 or later, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update.
We recommend that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as PowerDVD) installed. www.emachines.com Creating music CDs and video DVDs Creating video DVDs You can be recorded to DVD and replayed on another Media Center computer or on a .... The non-Media Center computer must also have been recorded with Service Pack (SP) 1 or 2, Windows Media Player 9 or later, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update.
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CHAPTER 10 Protecting Your Computer • Hardware security • Data security • Security updates
CHAPTER 10 Protecting Your Computer • Hardware security • Data security • Security updates
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...from a virus by: ■ Using the McAfee VirusScan program to check files and programs that might have a virus. ■ Periodically updating the McAfee VirusScan program to protect against viruses, click Start, then click Help and Support. A virus is configured to malfunction. Viruses can... against the latest viruses. ■ Making sure the Windows Security Center is a program that a user can install or run. www.emachines.com Data security Help & Support For more information about modifying security settings, see "Modifying security settings" on page 125. 121 Protecting ...
...from a virus by: ■ Using the McAfee VirusScan program to check files and programs that might have a virus. ■ Periodically updating the McAfee VirusScan program to protect against viruses, click Start, then click Help and Support. A virus is configured to malfunction. Viruses can... against the latest viruses. ■ Making sure the Windows Security Center is a program that a user can install or run. www.emachines.com Data security Help & Support For more information about modifying security settings, see "Modifying security settings" on page 125. 121 Protecting ...
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... extend your computer from the latest viruses. Click Renew my subscription to protect your subscription and continue updating McAfee SecurityCenter. 124 www.emachines.com 4 Click the location you must extend your screen. The McAfee SecurityCenter Updates wizard opens. 4 Click Check Now. 5 If it is time to remove the virus. 2 Turn off your computer...
... extend your computer from the latest viruses. Click Renew my subscription to protect your subscription and continue updating McAfee SecurityCenter. 124 www.emachines.com 4 Click the location you must extend your screen. The McAfee SecurityCenter Updates wizard opens. 4 Click Check Now. 5 If it is time to remove the virus. 2 Turn off your computer...
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www.emachines.com Data security Using Windows XP Security Center Windows Security Center helps protect your computer through: ■ a firewall ■ automatic Windows updates ■ third party virus protection software ■ security options in Internet Explorer Modifying security settings To modify security settings: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then double-click Security Center. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 2 Click Internet Options or Windows Firewall. 3 For more information about the Windows Security Center, click Get help about Security Center. 125
www.emachines.com Data security Using Windows XP Security Center Windows Security Center helps protect your computer through: ■ a firewall ■ automatic Windows updates ■ third party virus protection software ■ security options in Internet Explorer Modifying security settings To modify security settings: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then double-click Security Center. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 2 Click Internet Options or Windows Firewall. 3 For more information about the Windows Security Center, click Get help about Security Center. 125
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... finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows XP, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to download high-priority, Windows software, and hardware driver updates. CHAPTER 10: Protecting Your Computer www.emachines.com Security updates To keep your computer secure, you need to keep your computer's system software up to date. These...
... finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows XP, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to download high-priority, Windows software, and hardware driver updates. CHAPTER 10: Protecting Your Computer www.emachines.com Security updates To keep your computer secure, you need to keep your computer's system software up to date. These...
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Windows can routinely check for the latest important updates for your changes to schedule automatic updates. The Automatic Updates dialog box opens. 3 Make your computer and install them automatically. www.emachines.com Security updates Windows XP Security Center Use the Windows XP Security Center to the schedule settings, then click OK. 127 To schedule automatic updates: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then double-click Security Center. 2 Click Automatic Updates.
Windows can routinely check for the latest important updates for your changes to schedule automatic updates. The Automatic Updates dialog box opens. 3 Make your computer and install them automatically. www.emachines.com Security updates Windows XP Security Center Use the Windows XP Security Center to the schedule settings, then click OK. 127 To schedule automatic updates: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then double-click Security Center. 2 Click Automatic Updates.
