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...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... computer and computer accessories 17 Sitting at your computer 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 17 Protecting from power source problems 18 Checking the voltage selection 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your ...
...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... computer and computer accessories 17 Sitting at your computer 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 17 Protecting from power source problems 18 Checking the voltage selection 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your ...
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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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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. 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
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... information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into this port. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. This jack is color-coded orange. Contains information about your model and serial number. Desktop PC .... For more information about how to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. 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 one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports...
... information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into this port. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. This jack is color-coded orange. Contains information about your model and serial number. Desktop PC .... For more information about how to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. 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 one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports...
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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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... be moved to this when your computer is operating in the correct position for the correct power available. Plug a monitor into this connector. www.eMachines.com 11 The power supply should be set to 230. Plug the power cord into this port. This jack is color-coded lime green. For more information, see "Installing...
... be moved to this when your computer is operating in the correct position for the correct power available. Plug a monitor into this connector. www.eMachines.com 11 The power supply should be set to 230. Plug the power cord into this port. This jack is color-coded lime green. For more information, see "Installing...
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Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Using the computer display • Installing peripheral devices 15
Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Using the computer display • Installing peripheral devices 15
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... to your environment, check the voltage selection switch. Protect your computer is set to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Make sure this switch is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be moved to this , the voltage switch should always be damaged. If you run your computer long enough...
... to your environment, check the voltage selection switch. Protect your computer is set to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Make sure this switch is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be moved to this , the voltage switch should always be damaged. If you run your computer long enough...
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... Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain energized. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . While in Standby mode, move the mouse or press the power button to turn off your computer for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com If your computer is... in Standby, the power indicator flashes. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off...
... Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain energized. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . While in Standby mode, move the mouse or press the power button to turn off your computer for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com If your computer is... in Standby, the power indicator flashes. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off...
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... X in the top-right corner of specific sound devices in the Search box , then click the arrow. If you are finished, Windows starts. www.eMachines.com 21 If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your computer to normal operation, you may have to adjust the overall volume and the volume...Task Manager dialog box. 5 If your computer does not respond, turn it off, wait ten seconds, then turn off, press and hold the power button for more information about five seconds, then release it on the keyboard. Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons...
... X in the top-right corner of specific sound devices in the Search box , then click the arrow. If you are finished, Windows starts. www.eMachines.com 21 If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your computer to normal operation, you may have to adjust the overall volume and the volume...Task Manager dialog box. 5 If your computer does not respond, turn it off, wait ten seconds, then turn off, press and hold the power button for more information about five seconds, then release it on the keyboard. Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons...
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...9632; Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. Type the keyword Windows Update in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. www.eMachines.com Use Windows Update to choose updates for your computer up-to keep it in the original packaging materials. ■ Keep diskettes and your... internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■ When storing your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. Help and Support 38 For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. When spilled onto computer components, almost ...
...9632; Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. Type the keyword Windows Update in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. www.eMachines.com Use Windows Update to choose updates for your computer up-to keep it in the original packaging materials. ■ Keep diskettes and your... internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■ When storing your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. Help and Support 38 For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. When spilled onto computer components, almost ...
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Norton AntiVirus. Cleaning your computer Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from the wall outlets. www.eMachines.com 41 The LiveUpdate wizard opens. 3 Follow the on components. Cleaning your computer To update Norton AntiVirus: Tips & Tricks You received a free, limited... your computer and other parts of air that you are connected to the Norton AntiVirus service when you shut down your computer, the power turns off, but some electrical current still flows through your computer performing at its best. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the...
Norton AntiVirus. Cleaning your computer Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from the wall outlets. www.eMachines.com 41 The LiveUpdate wizard opens. 3 Follow the on components. Cleaning your computer To update Norton AntiVirus: Tips & Tricks You received a free, limited... your computer and other parts of air that you are connected to the Norton AntiVirus service when you shut down your computer, the power turns off, but some electrical current still flows through your computer performing at its best. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the...
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...not insert any surface. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the cards. www.eMachines.com 45 Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you open the computer case.... Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables...
...not insert any surface. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the cards. www.eMachines.com 45 Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you open the computer case.... Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables...
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...the side panel cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Removing the side panel To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "First steps" on page 56. 2 Shut down your... computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to internal components. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to drain...
...the side panel cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Removing the side panel To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "First steps" on page 56. 2 Shut down your... computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to internal components. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to drain...
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Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Closing the case Replacing the side panel To replace the side panel: 1 Make sure that all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case so they will not be pinched when you close the case. 2 Align the side panel, then slide the side panel toward the front of the computer to secure it into place. 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrews. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. 48 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Closing the case Replacing the side panel To replace the side panel: 1 Make sure that all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case so they will not be pinched when you close the case. 2 Align the side panel, then slide the side panel toward the front of the computer to secure it into place. 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrews. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. 48 www.eMachines.com
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... it. - Click/Double-click System. When the module is shown at the bottom of the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. www.eMachines.com 51 OR If you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory... bank and press the module firmly into the bank. Installing memory 4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on your computer. The amount of memory in your computer is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the...
... it. - Click/Double-click System. When the module is shown at the bottom of the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. www.eMachines.com 51 OR If you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory... bank and press the module firmly into the bank. Installing memory 4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on your computer. The amount of memory in your computer is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the...
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Replacing the system battery 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up, then press the battery into the socket until it snaps into place. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 48. 11 Reconnect all external cables and the power cord. 12 Turn on your computer. 13 Open the BIOS Setup utility. 14 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any settings that you wrote down in Step 3. 15 Save all your settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility. www.eMachines.com 53
Replacing the system battery 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up, then press the battery into the socket until it snaps into place. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 48. 11 Reconnect all external cables and the power cord. 12 Turn on your computer. 13 Open the BIOS Setup utility. 14 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any settings that you wrote down in Step 3. 15 Save all your settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility. www.eMachines.com 53
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... in the Search box , 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 damaged ■ Liquid has been spilled into...
... in the Search box , 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 damaged ■ Liquid has been spilled into...
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...not recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Some music CDs have installed the required software. Battery See "Power" on page 72. CD or DVD drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive ■ Make sure that you...memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that the disc label is configured correctly by following the instructions in card. www.eMachines.com 57 For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on your add-in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the device driver. For ...
...not recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Some music CDs have installed the required software. Battery See "Power" on page 72. CD or DVD drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive ■ Make sure that you...memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that the disc label is configured correctly by following the instructions in card. www.eMachines.com 57 For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on your add-in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the device driver. For ...
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...; Try a different diskette. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. You cannot save a file to an AC power source and your computer. Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try using is IBM-compatible. ■ Try a different diskette. Occasionally diskettes...9632; Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try again. ■ Make sure that the diskette you are using the diskette again. www.eMachines.com 59 You see a "Access Denied" or "Write protect" error message ■ Move the write-protection tab in the upper-right corner...
...; Try a different diskette. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. You cannot save a file to an AC power source and your computer. Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try using is IBM-compatible. ■ Try a different diskette. Occasionally diskettes...9632; Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try again. ■ Make sure that the diskette you are using the diskette again. www.eMachines.com 59 You see a "Access Denied" or "Write protect" error message ■ Move the write-protection tab in the upper-right corner...