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... scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. The power supply should be set to 230. If your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for a telephone into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is color-coded lime green. For more information, see ..."Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory...
... scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. The power supply should be set to 230. If your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for a telephone into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is color-coded lime green. For more information, see ..."Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory...
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... to set at 60 Hz. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to this when your computer is typically set the power supply to save your work and shut down your computer normally. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is set correctly for your computer to provide power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Make sure this , the voltage...
... to set at 60 Hz. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to this when your computer is typically set the power supply to save your work and shut down your computer normally. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is set correctly for your computer to provide power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Make sure this , the voltage...
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...use the Turn Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain energized. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from your computer. In... for several minutes or have not turned off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com If your computer for long periods. Important If for about five seconds, then release it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your ...
...use the Turn Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain energized. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from your computer. In... for several minutes or have not turned off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com If your computer for long periods. Important If for about five seconds, then release it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your ...
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...). Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive ... the computer case. www.eMachines.com 45 Do not lay components on the cards. Before opening the case. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network...
...). Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive ... the computer case. www.eMachines.com 45 Do not lay components on the cards. Before opening the case. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network...
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... . Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. ■ If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard ... , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your computer, follow these things first: ■ Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before accessing...
... . Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. ■ If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard ... , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your computer, follow these things first: ■ Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before accessing...
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... ■ Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to the instructions provided with it. Telephone support Telephone support Before calling eMachines Customer Care If you have a technical problem with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error ...or plugs are plugged in securely. ■ If you have installed it is supplying power. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. www.eMachines.com 73 If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that you...
... ■ Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to the instructions provided with it. Telephone support Telephone support Before calling eMachines Customer Care If you have a technical problem with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error ...or plugs are plugged in securely. ■ If you have installed it is supplying power. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. www.eMachines.com 73 If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that you...
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...support 73 telephone support 73 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 ...
...support 73 telephone support 73 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 ...
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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 ... Selecting a screen saver 112 Using an extended desktop 113 Changing the mouse settings 114 Changing Power-Saving Settings 115 Changing the power scheme 115 Changing advanced power settings 116 Activating and using Hibernate mode 116 Installing an uninterruptible power supply 118 Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer 119 Hardware security 120 Kensington lock slot 120 Data...
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 ... Selecting a screen saver 112 Using an extended desktop 113 Changing the mouse settings 114 Changing Power-Saving Settings 115 Changing the power scheme 115 Changing advanced power settings 116 Activating and using Hibernate mode 116 Installing an uninterruptible power supply 118 Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer 119 Hardware security 120 Kensington lock slot 120 Data...
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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 ... replacing a CD or DVD drive 160 Replacing the memory card reader 162 Adding or replacing a hard drive 163 Replacing the rear fan 165 Replacing the power supply 166 Replacing the heat sink 167 Replacing the front I/O panel 168 Adding or replacing an expansion card 171 Replacing the system board 172 Chapter 14...
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 ... replacing a CD or DVD drive 160 Replacing the memory card reader 162 Adding or replacing a hard drive 163 Replacing the rear fan 165 Replacing the power supply 166 Replacing the heat sink 167 Replacing the front I/O panel 168 Adding or replacing an expansion card 171 Replacing the system board 172 Chapter 14...
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... cover thumbscrew Description Before turning on page 13. 10 Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this port. The power supply should be set to 230. CHAPTER 2: Getting to Know Your Computer www.emachines.com Back Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. In the United...
... cover thumbscrew Description Before turning on page 13. 10 Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this port. The power supply should be set to 230. CHAPTER 2: Getting to Know Your Computer www.emachines.com Back Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. In the United...
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...UPS, a UPS lets you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Make sure this when your computer during... correct voltage position. If you cannot run your computer normally. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com Protecting from reaching your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Although you have a ...
...UPS, a UPS lets you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Make sure this when your computer during... correct voltage position. If you cannot run your computer normally. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com Protecting from reaching your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Although you have a ...
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...are starting your computer for long periods. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, certain components in Standby, the power indicator flashes. www.emachines.com Starting your computer Starting your computer Important Your computer has a built-in Standby mode, move the mouse or press the...turned off your computer, it . In order to set up your computer uses a powerful processor which produces heat. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. While in the power supply and system board remain energized. Both the system fan and processor can run at ...
...are starting your computer for long periods. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, certain components in Standby, the power indicator flashes. www.emachines.com Starting your computer Starting your computer Important Your computer has a built-in Standby mode, move the mouse or press the...turned off your computer, it . In order to set up your computer uses a powerful processor which produces heat. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. While in the power supply and system board remain energized. Both the system fan and processor can run at ...
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CHAPTER 9 Customizing Your Computer • Adjusting the screen and desktop settings • Changing the mouse settings • Changing Power-Saving Settings • Installing an uninterruptible power supply
CHAPTER 9 Customizing Your Computer • Adjusting the screen and desktop settings • Changing the mouse settings • Changing Power-Saving Settings • Installing an uninterruptible power supply
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...and Support. The Control Panel window opens. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the UPS tab. Type the keyword uninterruptible power supply in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. The UPS Selection dialog box opens....is in the Search box, then click the arrow. 4 Click Select. CHAPTER 9: Customizing Your Computer www.emachines.com Installing an uninterruptible power supply To install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS): 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. If your Control Panel is attached. 6 Click Finish,...
...and Support. The Control Panel window opens. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the UPS tab. Type the keyword uninterruptible power supply in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. The UPS Selection dialog box opens....is in the Search box, then click the arrow. 4 Click Select. CHAPTER 9: Customizing Your Computer www.emachines.com Installing an uninterruptible power supply To install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS): 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. If your Control Panel is attached. 6 Click Finish,...
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CHAPTER 13 Adding and Replacing Components • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the rear fan • Replacing the power supply • Replacing the heat sink • Replacing the front I/O panel • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system board
CHAPTER 13 Adding and Replacing Components • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the rear fan • Replacing the power supply • Replacing the heat sink • Replacing the front I/O panel • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system board
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...Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving ...parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the case. Warning To prevent risk of the power supply. Before...
...Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving ...parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the case. Warning To prevent risk of the power supply. Before...
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... and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 5 Use the four screws you removed previously to secure the new rear cooling fan to add or replace the power supply. To replace the power supply: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Disconnect all power supply cables from the system board...
... and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 5 Use the four screws you removed previously to secure the new rear cooling fan to add or replace the power supply. To replace the power supply: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Disconnect all power supply cables from the system board...
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...3 Disconnect the heat sink fan's power connector from the bay. 6 Slide the new power supply into the power supply bay until its back is flush with the back of the power supply nearest you, then remove the power supply from the system board. www.emachines.com Tips & Tricks On some models..., you removed previously to secure the new power supply to the case. 8 Reconnect the power supply ...
...3 Disconnect the heat sink fan's power connector from the bay. 6 Slide the new power supply into the power supply bay until its back is flush with the back of the power supply nearest you, then remove the power supply from the system board. www.emachines.com Tips & Tricks On some models..., you removed previously to secure the new power supply to the case. 8 Reconnect the power supply ...
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www.emachines.com Index using 60 NTSC/PAL jack 76 numeric keypad 21 indicator 21 O online help 3, 4 opening computer case 154 documents 37 files 23, 27 files ... Hibernate mode 9, 116 indicator 9 schemes 115 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 189 turning off computer 19 turning on computer 19 using UPS 118 power button 9 power supply replacing 166 uninterruptible 118 printer default 190 installing 13, 150 parallel port 10 sharing 59 troubleshooting 189 USB port 8, 11 printing documents 38 files across...
www.emachines.com Index using 60 NTSC/PAL jack 76 numeric keypad 21 indicator 21 O online help 3, 4 opening computer case 154 documents 37 files 23, 27 files ... Hibernate mode 9, 116 indicator 9 schemes 115 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 189 turning off computer 19 turning on computer 19 using UPS 118 power button 9 power supply replacing 166 uninterruptible 118 printer default 190 installing 13, 150 parallel port 10 sharing 59 troubleshooting 189 USB port 8, 11 printing documents 38 files across...
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Index www.emachines.com serial number 9 serial port 10 setting up safety precautions 194 sharing drives 58 folders 58 printer 59 shortcut menus accessing 23 shortcuts adding to ... technical support 191 telephone support 191 Web site connection speed 181 turning off computer 9, 19, 20 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 192 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18, 118 un-sharing drives 59 folders 59 updates security 126 virus definitions 124 updating virus definitions 124 updating Windows 142 UPS 18, 118...
Index www.emachines.com serial number 9 serial port 10 setting up safety precautions 194 sharing drives 58 folders 58 printer 59 shortcut menus accessing 23 shortcuts adding to ... technical support 191 telephone support 191 Web site connection speed 181 turning off computer 9, 19, 20 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 192 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18, 118 un-sharing drives 59 folders 59 updates security 126 virus definitions 124 updating virus definitions 124 updating Windows 142 UPS 18, 118...