eMachines ET1161 Support Question
eMachines ET1161 Support Question
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Question posted by RMVIbasig on March 17th, 2014
What Cpu Can I Update My Et1161-05
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8513036R - eMachines Starter Guide - Page 14
... is detected
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For more information on your computer:
• Windows Security-Provides access to security features such as Windows Security Center, Windows Firewall, Windows Update, and Windows Defender-all built into Windows Vista
• Norton 360-Reduces the chances of personal information stored on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in...
8513036R - eMachines Starter Guide - Page 16
... problem. You can schedule automatic updates with Windows
Update
16 To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update and download high-priority updates. up-to-date security
Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Vista, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to keep your computer secure.
8513036R - eMachines Starter Guide - Page 17
..., see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats.
For more information on . Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to update Norton 360 after the
complimentary trial period ends. Your computer came with Norton 360
Norton 360 Norton 360 helps protect your online user guide.
17...
8513036R - eMachines Starter Guide - Page 18
... blue taskbar icon ( ). To fix the problem, click that icon and BigFix will open. BigFix monitors your online user guide.
Click here for information about
updates specific to your computer
Click here to go directly to the
eMachines Web support site
Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more information on...
8513036R - eMachines Starter Guide - Page 23
You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to bring your computer's software up to finish. IMPORTANT
• If your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the hard ...
8512161 - eMachines Desktop Hardware Reference Guide - Page 4
... 59 Cleaning your computer 60
Cleaning the exterior 60 Cleaning the keyboard 61 Cleaning the monitor 61 Cleaning the mouse 61 Cleaning optical discs 62 Updating Windows 62 Using BigFix 63 Managing hard drive space 63 Checking hard drive space 64
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8512161 - eMachines Desktop Hardware Reference Guide - Page 63
Chapter 5
Maintaining Your Computer
• Setting up a maintenance schedule • Caring for your computer • Cleaning your computer • Updating Windows • Using BigFix • Managing hard drive space • Scheduling maintenance tasks • Moving from your old computer
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8512161 - eMachines Desktop Hardware Reference Guide - Page 64
... the following table to set up files
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X
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Clean computer case and
X
peripheral devices
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Maintenance task
Weekly Monthly When needed
Check for viruses
X
X
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Run Windows Update
X
X
Manage hard drive space
X
Clean up hard drives
X
X
Scan hard drive for errors
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X
Defragment hard drive
X
X
Back up a regular maintenance schedule.
8512161 - eMachines Desktop Hardware Reference Guide - Page 68
...
Optical discs (CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs) get the most recent updates and fixes to the software and hardware on running smoothly.
Type windows update in your online User Guide. Updating Windows
Windows Update helps you with a tailored selection of updates that apply only to protect your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. To...
8512161 - eMachines Desktop Hardware Reference Guide - Page 69
... the Internet. To start BigFix:
1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System
Tools, then click BigFix.
2 To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to check hard drive space, delete unnecessary files, defragment files, and back up files.
63 www.emachines.com
Using...
8512161 - eMachines Desktop Hardware Reference Guide - Page 92
...and Support. You see a "Memory error" message
• Use the Memory Diagnostic Tool to update the
Program Guide. Click Restart now and check for the memory card slots do not appear in ...problems. Your computer restarts and runs the memory diagnostics. Memory
Help
For more information about manually updating the Program Guide, see a "Not enough memory" error message
• Close all programs, ...
8512161 - eMachines Desktop Hardware Reference Guide - Page 120
... which may improve and/or change products described in this publication at www.emachines.com. Gateway may appear in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the eMachines Web site at any form, without notices or obligation.
114 In no longer useful to you, "take it may contain substances known...
8512161 - eMachines Desktop Hardware Reference Guide - Page 130
... connection speed
82 Windows Media Center 83 turning off computer 7, 17, 19 turning on computer 7, 16 tutoring fee-based 106
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uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14
updating Windows 62
UPS 14 USB port 7, 9, 32
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video playing 26, 27
voltage checking selection 15 selection switch 15
volume adjusting 29 adjusting dial-up modem...
8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 4
... hard drive password 58 Windows user accounts 58 Protecting your computer from viruses 59 Using Norton 360 59 Using Windows Security Center 62
Security updates 63 Windows Update 63 BigFix 64
Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 65
Changing screen settings 66 Changing color depth and screen resolution 66 Changing the appearance of windows and...
8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 12
... from your computer are set up. For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Desktop elements
Description
The taskbar is set below the recommended value or when updates are available. The Recycle Bin is the Windows desktop. For instructions on how to notify you when the security settings...
8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 63
Chapter 6
Protecting your computer
• Hardware security • Data security • Security updates
57
8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 67
The Tasks window opens.
61 Norton 360 opens.
3 At the top of the window, click Tasks. www.emachines.com
Updating your virus and spyware definitions
You should update your virus and spyware definitions:
1 Make sure that you are connected to the Internet. 2 Click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360. To...
8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 68
... Protecting your computer through:
• A firewall • Automatic Windows updates • Third party virus protection software • Security options in Internet... Security Center
Windows Security Center helps protect your computer
4 Click Check for Updates.
Your computer downloads and installs the latest virus definitions.
The Windows Security Center dialog box opens.
62 Important...
8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 91
...across network 55 files and folders 11, 17 text and graphics 17
creating data disc 39 desktop icon 8 desktop shortcut 8 document 15 folder 10 MP3 file 34 music file 34 video DVD 37 WMA...Support 2 online help 3
documents creating 15 opening 16 printing 16 saving 15
downloading files 22
drivers updating 2
drives mapping network 54 sharing 53 un-sharing 53 viewing contents 10 viewing files and folders ...
8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 93
www.emachines.com
starting 59 updating 61
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online help 2, 3
opening documents 16 files 7 files across network 54 folders 10 programs ...password 58 user accounts 58 Windows Security Center 62 Windows Update 63 wireless Ethernet 52
serial number 3
Shared Documents folder 73
sharing drives 53 folders 53 printer 54
shortcuts adding to desktop 8 closing programs 17 closing windows 17 copying 17 ...
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