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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 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 computer 20 ...
...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 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 computer 20 ...
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... and safety information to help you keep your new computer. If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with the best product possible. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you...
... and safety information to help you keep your new computer. If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with the best product possible. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you...
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...-text Search Matches - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. These topics are located on the Microsoft ...Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search box located at the top of your search results, click the results header for problems and conflicts. To view a topic, click the topic name in the Search box. ■ Microsoft Knowledge Base - These topics are relevant...
...-text Search Matches - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. These topics are located on the Microsoft ...Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search box located at the top of your search results, click the results header for problems and conflicts. To view a topic, click the topic name in the Search box. ■ Microsoft Knowledge Base - These topics are relevant...
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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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...cannot run your computer long enough to 115V or 230V. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by connecting them to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Use the power selection switch on your computer. Make sure this switch is typically set to the system board, add-in cards...set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of your computer by using a surge protector. Caution If you have a telephone modem, use a ...
...cannot run your computer long enough to 115V or 230V. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by connecting them to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Use the power selection switch on your computer. Make sure this switch is typically set to the system board, add-in cards...set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of your computer by using a surge protector. Caution If you have a telephone modem, use a ...
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
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First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never ...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 internal components. For more information about ... static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online 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...
First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never ...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 internal components. For more information about ... static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online 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...
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..." on your computer. ■ Make sure that came with your computer. ■ Some music CDs have installed the required software. www.eMachines.com 57 Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by following the instructions in card. Battery See "Power" on page... that the disc label is configured correctly by the CD or DVD drive. ■ Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Clean the disc. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-...
..." on your computer. ■ Make sure that came with your computer. ■ Some music CDs have installed the required software. www.eMachines.com 57 Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by following the instructions in card. Battery See "Power" on page... that the disc label is configured correctly by the CD or DVD drive. ■ Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Clean the disc. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-...
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.... You see a "Non-system disk" or "disk error" error message ■ Eject the diskette from the diskette drive, then press ENTER. www.eMachines.com 61 To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. Type the keyword file management in the diskette drive, eject it and restart your computer. ■ Press...
.... You see a "Non-system disk" or "disk error" error message ■ Eject the diskette from the diskette drive, then press ENTER. www.eMachines.com 61 To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. Type the keyword file management in the diskette drive, eject it and restart your computer. ■ Press...
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... a cable or DSL modem, make sure that your account with your ISP may be having technical difficulties. Connecting to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: ■ The condition of graphics and multimedia on page 64. OR - Help and Support For more information, "Modem...a different URL. If you are unable to a Web site takes too long Many factors can occur when you have a problem with your computer 62 www.eMachines.com If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser, then reconnect and open on ...
... a cable or DSL modem, make sure that your account with your ISP may be having technical difficulties. Connecting to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: ■ The condition of graphics and multimedia on page 64. OR - Help and Support For more information, "Modem...a different URL. If you are unable to a Web site takes too long Many factors can occur when you have a problem with your computer 62 www.eMachines.com If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser, then reconnect and open on ...
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... checked for noise or low line levels. ■ Try another telephone line (either a different telephone number in your Control Panel is a common problem that is on this line, call your telephone service. ■ Try connecting with your telephone. Wiggle the modem cable to connect at a different...the location from which you can tolerate and still work with the modem at a lower connection speed. These lines do not work correctly. www.eMachines.com 65 Do not connect these devices to the line using a digital, rollover, or PBX line. Listen to the same telephone line as...
... checked for noise or low line levels. ■ Try another telephone line (either a different telephone number in your Control Panel is a common problem that is on this line, call your telephone service. ■ Try connecting with your telephone. Wiggle the modem cable to connect at a different...the location from which you can tolerate and still work with the modem at a lower connection speed. These lines do not work correctly. www.eMachines.com 65 Do not connect these devices to the line using a digital, rollover, or PBX line. Listen to the same telephone line as...
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...Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click/Double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Modems tab. 66 www.eMachines.com See "Desktop PC Back" on page 10 to make sure that came with a different communications program. If your computer has a v.92 ...for technical support. ■ See if the modem works with your computer. Some telephone cables do not meet required cable standards and may cause problems with just one program. ■ Review the troubleshooting information under "Internet" on your computer. Your ISP may lower the speed even further....
...Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click/Double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Modems tab. 66 www.eMachines.com See "Desktop PC Back" on page 10 to make sure that came with a different communications program. If your computer has a v.92 ...for technical support. ■ See if the modem works with your computer. Some telephone cables do not meet required cable standards and may cause problems with just one program. ■ Review the troubleshooting information under "Internet" on your computer. Your ISP may lower the speed even further....
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... any error messages, and the steps you have taken. ■ Make sure that your call. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have "how to" questions about using a program, see: ■ Online Help ■ ... computer is connected correctly to the instructions provided with it is nearby at the time of this chapter. Telephone support Telephone support Before calling eMachines Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps.
... any error messages, and the steps you have taken. ■ Make sure that your call. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have "how to" questions about using a program, see: ■ Online Help ■ ... computer is connected correctly to the instructions provided with it is nearby at the time of this chapter. Telephone support Telephone support Before calling eMachines Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps.
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... Canada (IC) Unintentional emitter per Industry Canada CS-03 (for use a computer or other entity, or individual. In some situations. 78 www.eMachines.com On the computer or modem card is required for products fitted with Part 68 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules. A... Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this device. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will notify you disconnect the equipment until the problem is used on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for any person to use with the fax-branding requirement. ...
... Canada (IC) Unintentional emitter per Industry Canada CS-03 (for use a computer or other entity, or individual. In some situations. 78 www.eMachines.com On the computer or modem card is required for products fitted with Part 68 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules. A... Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this device. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will notify you disconnect the equipment until the problem is used on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for any person to use with the fax-branding requirement. ...
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... devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70... shortcut menus accessing 25 shortcuts opening menu 25 shutting down computer 20, 21 side panel removing 46 replacing 46 sound adjusting 21 controls 21 www.eMachines.com 87
... devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70... shortcut menus accessing 25 shortcuts opening menu 25 shutting down computer 20, 21 side panel removing 46 replacing 46 sound adjusting 21 controls 21 www.eMachines.com 87