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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... 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... 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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...are sure that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of us at affordable prices. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you for years to provide... highlighted some basic care and safety information to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We are provided with the best product possible...
...are sure that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of us at affordable prices. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you for years to provide... highlighted some basic care and safety information to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We are provided with the best product possible...
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... Support. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help and ...Support opens. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the ...
... Support. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help and ...Support opens. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the ...
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... Support screen, 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 For each search, you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. You must be connected to the Internet to your computer for and access these...
... Support screen, 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 For each search, you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. You must be connected to the Internet to your computer for and access these...
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Online help Online help . You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. www.eMachines.com 5 You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by clicking a Help button.
Online help Online help . You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. www.eMachines.com 5 You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by clicking a Help button.
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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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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 Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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... Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this port. Plug a microphone into this jack. www.eMachines.com 9 To identify your drive type and for more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into the optional diskette drive...28. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 30. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Contains information about your model and serial number. Contains your drive, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or...
... Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this port. Plug a microphone into this jack. www.eMachines.com 9 To identify your drive type and for more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into the optional diskette drive...28. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 30. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Contains information about your model and serial number. Contains your drive, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or...
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. 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
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. 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
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..., the voltage switch should always be moved to this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 The switch is color-coded red or pink. In other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this...
..., the voltage switch should always be moved to this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 The switch is color-coded red or pink. In other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this...
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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. 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 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack.
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. 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 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack.
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... will need this section are for assistance. www.eMachines.com 13 Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front ...of your computer includes the product key code for your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number...
... will need this section are for assistance. www.eMachines.com 13 Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front ...of your computer includes the product key code for your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number...
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.... Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Look away from your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Do not use your computer in your work area and avoiding discomfort and strain. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer, read...
.... Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Look away from your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Do not use your computer in your work area and avoiding discomfort and strain. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer, read...
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... desk so your hands and arms are positioned parallel to the floor when you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. www.eMachines.com 17
... desk so your hands and arms are positioned parallel to the floor when you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. www.eMachines.com 17
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... this, the voltage switch should always be moved to 115V or 230V. If your computer is typically set the power supply to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. The power supply should be set the voltage selection switch incorrectly...
... this, the voltage switch should always be moved to 115V or 230V. If your computer is typically set the power supply to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. The power supply should be set the voltage selection switch incorrectly...