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... 3 Back 4 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 7 Working safely and comfortably 8 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 8 Preparing power connections 9 Protecting from power source problems 9 Checking the voltage selection 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 11 Connecting a dial-up modem 11 Using the World Wide Web 12 Connecting to...
... 3 Back 4 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 7 Working safely and comfortably 8 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 8 Preparing power connections 9 Protecting from power source problems 9 Checking the voltage selection 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 11 Connecting a dial-up modem 11 Using the World Wide Web 12 Connecting to...
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... jack. Preparing power connections Protecting from reaching your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector...
... jack. Preparing power connections Protecting from reaching your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector...
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... • If an error occurs in the Search box, then press ENTER. The message may help Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. • If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that all connections are listed in ... and Support. Type troubleshooting in a program, see the program's printed documentation or the online help. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected to your hard drive is turned on the ...
... • If an error occurs in the Search box, then press ENTER. The message may help Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. • If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that all connections are listed in ... and Support. Type troubleshooting in a program, see the program's printed documentation or the online help. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected to your hard drive is turned on the ...
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To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. You see a "General failure reading drive C" error message • Restart your computer. • Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to restart your ...
To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. You see a "General failure reading drive C" error message • Restart your computer. • Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to restart your ...
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... more information, "Modem (dial-up )" on page 34. OR - 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 plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem jack. You cannot connect to make sure that...
... more information, "Modem (dial-up )" on page 34. OR - 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 plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem jack. You cannot connect to make sure that...
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Chapter 3: Troubleshooting You see an "Unable to browse the Internet • This problem can affect Internet performance: • The condition of the telephone lines in your residence or at your local telephone service • The condition of the ...
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting You see an "Unable to browse the Internet • This problem can affect Internet performance: • The condition of the telephone lines in your residence or at your local telephone service • The condition of the ...
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... can also call your telephone. Listen to the same telephone line as the modem. • Make sure that you are secure. Line noise is a common problem that is on the same line as 1). Do not connect these devices to the line using a digital, rollover, or PBX line.
... can also call your telephone. Listen to the same telephone line as the modem. • Make sure that you are secure. Line noise is a common problem that is on the same line as 1). Do not connect these devices to the line using a digital, rollover, or PBX line.
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... difficulties. You cannot connect to 53K. Other factors, such as line noise, telephone service provider equipment, or ISP limitations, may not support 48K uploads. The problem may be too noisy. If your computer has a v.90 modem, the speed at 56K Current FCC regulations restrict actual data transfer rates over public telephone...
... difficulties. You cannot connect to 53K. Other factors, such as line noise, telephone service provider equipment, or ISP limitations, may not support 48K uploads. The problem may be too noisy. If your computer has a v.90 modem, the speed at 56K Current FCC regulations restrict actual data transfer rates over public telephone...
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You may cause problems with your computer. The modem is not recognized by your computer • Make sure that the line connected to the center position. 37 Some telephone ...
You may cause problems with your computer. The modem is not recognized by your computer • Make sure that the line connected to the center position. 37 Some telephone ...
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... trying to your company computer department or network administrator for help. Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Some music CDs have a DVD drive. • Your computer may be read by the disc drive. • If...
... trying to your company computer department or network administrator for help. Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Some music CDs have a DVD drive. • Your computer may be read by the disc drive. • If...
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... solve most conditions. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre-installed, see that were pre-installed at www.emachines.com. If nothing else has solved the problem and you should create a set of the computer's software (also called recovering or restoring your system...). eMachines provides everything was working correctly, the problem may be solved by following the information in "Troubleshooting" on page 45. If only one or two items of software or ...
... solve most conditions. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre-installed, see that were pre-installed at www.emachines.com. If nothing else has solved the problem and you should create a set of the computer's software (also called recovering or restoring your system...). eMachines provides everything was working correctly, the problem may be solved by following the information in "Troubleshooting" on page 45. If only one or two items of software or ...
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To create recovery discs: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 To create recovery discs for only the factory-loaded software and drivers, click Create driver and application backup ...recovery discs beforehand. Important We recommend that are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. Creating recovery discs If your computer experiences problems that you create each disc, such as possible. 3 Insert a blank disc into the drive indicated in the Burn to reinstall the Windows operating ...
To create recovery discs: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 To create recovery discs for only the factory-loaded software and drivers, click Create driver and application backup ...recovery discs beforehand. Important We recommend that are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. Creating recovery discs If your computer experiences problems that you create each disc, such as possible. 3 Insert a blank disc into the drive indicated in the Burn to reinstall the Windows operating ...
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... will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. Caution Continuing the process will be recovered to. eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to factory ...default. You can still run Windows OS, see "Recovering from within Windows OS To reinstall Windows OS and all files on your system to its factory condition In case your computer experiences problems...
... will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. Caution Continuing the process will be recovered to. eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to factory ...default. You can still run Windows OS, see "Recovering from within Windows OS To reinstall Windows OS and all files on your system to its factory condition In case your computer experiences problems...
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If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see : • Online Help • Printed documentation • The Microsoft Windows documentation • The software publisher's Web site 49 If you use a surge protector,...computer, follow the on-screen prompts to " questions about using a program, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you have a technical problem with it. Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you have installed it according to the instructions provided with your computer is supplying power.
If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see : • Online Help • Printed documentation • The Microsoft Windows documentation • The software publisher's Web site 49 If you use a surge protector,...computer, follow the on-screen prompts to " questions about using a program, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you have a technical problem with it. Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you have installed it according to the instructions provided with your computer is supplying power.
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... have taken. • Make sure that came with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you have how-to troubleshoot your computer problem if: - Type practice in our Web site's Documentation Library. • The ...software publisher's Web site. Self-help If you follow troubleshooting steps. The case was dropped - In many cases, additional product information and online documentation for eMachines-supplied hardware ...
... have taken. • Make sure that came with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you have how-to troubleshoot your computer problem if: - Type practice in our Web site's Documentation Library. • The ...software publisher's Web site. Self-help If you follow troubleshooting steps. The case was dropped - In many cases, additional product information and online documentation for eMachines-supplied hardware ...
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... damaged the computer • If liquid has been spilled into the computer • If the computer is not operating normally • If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 16 • If your... problem is not listed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on how and where to contact the service centers available in your area. 53 ...
... damaged the computer • If liquid has been spilled into the computer • If the computer is not operating normally • If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 16 • If your... problem is not listed in the "Frequently asked questions" section on how and where to contact the service centers available in your area. 53 ...
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... statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This equipment may not provide for emergency use . Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent...
... statement The CD or DVD drive used with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This equipment may not provide for emergency use . Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent...