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... any kind into is easily accessible and located as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to protect it...
... any kind into is easily accessible and located as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to the equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to protect it...
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Contents Ethernet 27 Expansion cards 29 File management 29 Hard drive 29 Internet 31 Keyboard 33 Memory 33 Memory card reader 34 Modem (cable or DSL 34 Modem (dial-up 34 Monitor 37 Mouse 38 Networks 39 Optical disc drives 39 Passwords 41 Power 41 Printer 42 Sound 43 Recovering your system 44 Creating recovery discs 45 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers . 46 Returning your system to its factory condition . 47 Telephone support 49 Before calling Customer Care 49 Self-help 50 Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices . 51 viii
Contents Ethernet 27 Expansion cards 29 File management 29 Hard drive 29 Internet 31 Keyboard 33 Memory 33 Memory card reader 34 Modem (cable or DSL 34 Modem (dial-up 34 Monitor 37 Mouse 38 Networks 39 Optical disc drives 39 Passwords 41 Power 41 Printer 42 Sound 43 Recovering your system 44 Creating recovery discs 45 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers . 46 Returning your system to its factory condition . 47 Telephone support 49 Before calling Customer Care 49 Self-help 50 Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices . 51 viii
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... guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that you access to visit our website at http://registration.emachines.com. This will invite you with important data that are specific to register. Please fill in a safe place. 2 Product Registration When using your computer for the first time, it . How to Register During the initial startup of computer. The second window...
... guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that you access to visit our website at http://registration.emachines.com. This will invite you with important data that are specific to register. Please fill in a safe place. 2 Product Registration When using your computer for the first time, it . How to Register During the initial startup of computer. The second window...
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... HD DVD drive. You can also configure the power button to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. Plug a microphone into the memory card reader. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other device into this jack. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. This jack is color-coded pink. Press this drive to listen to audio CDs, install...
... HD DVD drive. You can also configure the power button to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. Plug a microphone into the memory card reader. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other device into this jack. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. This jack is color-coded pink. Press this drive to listen to audio CDs, install...
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... into this illustration. Make sure that this jack. Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. Stereo out: Plug your area. Plug a VGA (blue connector) monitor cable into these ports. Component Icon Kensington lock slot (optional) Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard port Monitor (VGA) port USB ports Microphone jack (pink plug) Headphone/analo g speakers jack (green plug) -ORFront speakers jack PS/2 mouse port Ethernet (network) jack 4 Description Connects to the...
... into this illustration. Make sure that this jack. Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. Stereo out: Plug your area. Plug a VGA (blue connector) monitor cable into these ports. Component Icon Kensington lock slot (optional) Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard port Monitor (VGA) port USB ports Microphone jack (pink plug) Headphone/analo g speakers jack (green plug) -ORFront speakers jack PS/2 mouse port Ethernet (network) jack 4 Description Connects to the...
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...user configurable for one of the following: Stereo in /side speaker jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack ESATA port (optional) Serial port (optional) HDMI port (optional) ESATA HDMI Description Plug your computer (Default). Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Enables fast external disk access. Plug your side left speakers into this jack. Component Icon Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) (optional) Surround L/R speaker jack (black plug) Audio in : Plug an external audio input source (such as terminals and various peripherals. Stereo out: Plug your rear...
...user configurable for one of the following: Stereo in /side speaker jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack ESATA port (optional) Serial port (optional) HDMI port (optional) ESATA HDMI Description Plug your computer (Default). Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Enables fast external disk access. Plug your side left speakers into this jack. Component Icon Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) (optional) Surround L/R speaker jack (black plug) Audio in : Plug an external audio input source (such as terminals and various peripherals. Stereo out: Plug your rear...
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... speed that you requested. Connecting to a Web site After you set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), you can access the many information sources on the complexity of your Web browser. Your default Web browser opens showing an opening page or welcome screen. 3 To go to your screen depends on the World Wide Web. The Web browser locates the server...
... speed that you requested. Connecting to a Web site After you set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), you can access the many information sources on the complexity of your Web browser. Your default Web browser opens showing an opening page or welcome screen. 3 To go to your screen depends on the World Wide Web. The Web browser locates the server...
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... Control Protocol (DHCP) using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. Ethernet is commonly used in the home. This connection type is available at 1000 Mbps. The router is an example of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable. Tip To add the ability to access a wireless Ethernet network to your home or office. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring...
... Control Protocol (DHCP) using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. Ethernet is commonly used in the home. This connection type is available at 1000 Mbps. The router is an example of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable. Tip To add the ability to access a wireless Ethernet network to your home or office. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring...
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... Internet settings differ from unwanted intruders • 4-port switch to eliminate the need to automatically configure network and IP addresses Determining if an Ethernet card is already installed on your computer Setting up wired Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you change anything about your home setup, make the necessary arrangements with your Ethernet cards for any required drivers. Installing Ethernet cards and drivers After you have determined the type of Ethernet you are using your...
... Internet settings differ from unwanted intruders • 4-port switch to eliminate the need to automatically configure network and IP addresses Determining if an Ethernet card is already installed on your computer Setting up wired Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you change anything about your home setup, make the necessary arrangements with your Ethernet cards for any required drivers. Installing Ethernet cards and drivers After you have determined the type of Ethernet you are using your...
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If you are setting up a wired network, make sure that you have set up your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). One of your computer. Configuring your router After you have connected the network cabling. Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Establishing your Ethernet network connection Naming the computers and the workgroup Important You must give each computer on a computer with a router or access point router, the protocol must...
If you are setting up a wired network, make sure that you have set up your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). One of your computer. Configuring your router After you have connected the network cabling. Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Establishing your Ethernet network connection Naming the computers and the workgroup Important You must give each computer on a computer with a router or access point router, the protocol must...
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... instructions included with your networked computer, then share the printer. Then you can add a printer to your network. Adding a printer to your network Instead of plugging a printer into each of the following: • Connect your printer to your router or access point. • Use a printer that came with your printer to install the printer drivers on network printers Sharing drives or folders To share drives...
... instructions included with your networked computer, then share the printer. Then you can add a printer to your network. Adding a printer to your network Instead of plugging a printer into each of the following: • Connect your printer to your router or access point. • Use a printer that came with your printer to install the printer drivers on network printers Sharing drives or folders To share drives...
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... your ISP technical support for help. • Make sure that your account with your modem. Internet See also "Modem (dial-up correctly. For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type troubleshooting connections in the Search box, then press ENTER. 31 You see a "Non-system disk" or "disk error" error message • Your hard drive may have a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is set up...
... your ISP technical support for help. • Make sure that your account with your modem. Internet See also "Modem (dial-up correctly. For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type troubleshooting connections in the Search box, then press ENTER. 31 You see a "Non-system disk" or "disk error" error message • Your hard drive may have a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is set up...
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... running but there is no picture • Make sure that the monitor is plugged in and turned on , the power LED should be lit. • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. 37 Some telephone cables do not meet cable standards and may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. Type modem troubleshooting in the Search box, then press ENTER. Monitor The screen...
... running but there is no picture • Make sure that the monitor is plugged in and turned on , the power LED should be lit. • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. 37 Some telephone cables do not meet cable standards and may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. Type modem troubleshooting in the Search box, then press ENTER. Monitor The screen...
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... be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your company computer department or network administrator for help. Optical disc drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive • Make sure that you have copy protection software. Networks You cannot connect to your home. Type network troubleshooting in your company network Every network is unique. For more information about setting up , then try...
... be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your company computer department or network administrator for help. Optical disc drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive • Make sure that you have copy protection software. Networks You cannot connect to your home. Type network troubleshooting in your company network Every network is unique. For more information about setting up , then try...
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... adding paper. 42 The printer is on but will not turn on installing the printer driver. Press the button to press. • Make sure that the printer is online. Make sure that it in the printer setup. • Reinstall the printer driver. Printer Chapter 3: Troubleshooting The printer will not print • Check the cable between the printer and your printer for instructions...
... adding paper. 42 The printer is on but will not turn on installing the printer driver. Press the button to press. • Make sure that the printer is online. Make sure that it in the printer setup. • Reinstall the printer driver. Printer Chapter 3: Troubleshooting The printer will not print • Check the cable between the printer and your printer for instructions...
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... or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly. For instructions, see that product's documentation or technical support Web site. 3 Revert to a previous system condition. For instructions, see "Creating recovery discs" on page 47. 4 Reset your system from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Creating recovery discs" on reinstalling software and drivers that were pre-installed at www.emachines.com. You can use these discs later for recovering...
... or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly. For instructions, see that product's documentation or technical support Web site. 3 Revert to a previous system condition. For instructions, see "Creating recovery discs" on page 47. 4 Reset your system from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Creating recovery discs" on reinstalling software and drivers that were pre-installed at www.emachines.com. You can use these discs later for recovering...
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... within Windows OS" on page 47. • If you cannot run Windows OS and your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you may need to reinstall everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. Returning your system to its factory condition. eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to factory default.
... within Windows OS" on page 47. • If you cannot run Windows OS and your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you may need to reinstall everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. Returning your system to its factory condition. eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to factory default.
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... a eMachines Recovery Management screen shows you can select which device to select CDROM/DVD, then press ENTER. The boot menu is where you its progress. Recovering from , such as the hard drive or an optical disc. 3 Use your arrow keys to start from the hard drive during startup. Your computer restarts. 6 Follow the on your hard drive. 2 During startup, press F12 to continue. Caution Continuing the process will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Turn...
... a eMachines Recovery Management screen shows you can select which device to select CDROM/DVD, then press ENTER. The boot menu is where you its progress. Recovering from , such as the hard drive or an optical disc. 3 Use your arrow keys to start from the hard drive during startup. Your computer restarts. 6 Follow the on your hard drive. 2 During startup, press F12 to continue. Caution Continuing the process will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Turn...
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... with your mouse for maintenance instructions. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com/support/index.htm) for information on page 16 • If you want to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor. To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance...
... with your mouse for maintenance instructions. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com/support/index.htm) for information on page 16 • If you want to replace or upgrade any of an optical mouse, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor. To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance...
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... to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set up to make automatic calls to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this equipment is for emergency use . Please ensure that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of another device connected to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is no laser or light...
... to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set up to make automatic calls to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this equipment is for emergency use . Please ensure that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of another device connected to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is no laser or light...