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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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...will be pleased with fast, considerate service. Please read this manual carefully to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you will provide you with the outstanding quality...customers - We are sure that you are provided with our range of your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to come. We have made an excellent decision choosing...
...will be pleased with fast, considerate service. Please read this manual carefully to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you will provide you with the outstanding quality...customers - We are sure that you are provided with our range of your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to come. We have made an excellent decision choosing...
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... Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. www.eMachines.com 3 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... help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. Visit the...
... Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. www.eMachines.com 3 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... help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. Visit the...
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... the results header for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search Results list...
... the results header for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search Results list...
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You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. You can access most online 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. www.eMachines.com 5 Online help Online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button.
You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. You can access most online 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. www.eMachines.com 5 Online help Online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching 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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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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...hard drive is turned on page 28. Turns on page 28. Plug a microphone into this jack. 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. This jack... is color-coded red or pink. www.eMachines.com 9 For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 30. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA...
...hard drive is turned on page 28. Turns on page 28. Plug a microphone into this jack. 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. This jack... is color-coded red or pink. www.eMachines.com 9 For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 30. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA...
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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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components.
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... a telephone into this port. Plug a monitor into this connector. The power supply should be set to 230. This jack is color-coded lime green. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug the power cord into this port. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a digital camera) into this jack so you can...
... a telephone into this port. Plug a monitor into this connector. The power supply should be set to 230. This jack is color-coded lime green. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug the power cord into this port. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a digital camera) into this jack so you can...
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Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. 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 this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com
Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. 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 this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com
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... 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. 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...
... 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. 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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... chair When you are flat on the floor Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in...
... chair When you are flat on the floor Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in...
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... position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your eyes. ■ Find ways to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your torso or neck. www.eMachines.com 17 This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. ■ Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use...
... position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your eyes. ■ Find ways to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your torso or neck. www.eMachines.com 17 This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. ■ Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use...
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.... Make sure this when your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. Protect your computer to provide power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com If you set correctly for your computer normally. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your computer. In...
.... Make sure this when your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. Protect your computer to provide power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com If you set correctly for your computer normally. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your computer. In...