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... site 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 safely 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your... Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 28 4 Using Drives and Ports 29 Using the diskette drive 30 Using the memory card reader 31 www.eMachines.com i
... site 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 safely 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your... Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 28 4 Using Drives and Ports 29 Using the diskette drive 30 Using the memory card reader 31 www.eMachines.com i
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... DVD drives 57 Computer 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64 ii www.eMachines.com
... DVD drives 57 Computer 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64 ii www.eMachines.com
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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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Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using online help • Contacting eMachines 1
Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using online help • Contacting eMachines 1
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... this manual carefully to help you will provide you for years to provide best-of services and support. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with fast, considerate service. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated... all of your computer in addition to our customers - If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. to come. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are ...
... this manual carefully to help you will provide you for years to provide best-of services and support. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with fast, considerate service. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated... all of your computer in addition to our customers - If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. to come. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are ...
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eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, and information about Windows and to ... a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support opens. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. Visit the...
eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, and information about Windows and to ... a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support opens. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. Visit the...
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... Support screen, then click the arrow button. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you...
... Support screen, then click the arrow button. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you...
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Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button. You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help . You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. www.eMachines.com 5
Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button. You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help . You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. www.eMachines.com 5
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Chapter 1: Getting Help eMachines contact information To help you locate eMachines contact information, you can find the eMachines Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on the front of your computer case. 6 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 1: Getting Help eMachines contact information To help you locate eMachines contact information, you can find the eMachines Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on the front of your computer case. 6 www.eMachines.com
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Chapter 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories 7
Chapter 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories 7
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Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. 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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. 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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
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...jack is color-coded red or pink. Contains information about your model and serial number. www.eMachines.com 9 For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. This jack is color-coded orange. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as... For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into the optional diskette drive. 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...
...jack is color-coded red or pink. Contains information about your model and serial number. www.eMachines.com 9 For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. This jack is color-coded orange. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as... For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into the optional diskette drive. 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...
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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. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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... record sound on your computer is in the United States. This jack is color-coded red or pink. This jack is color-coded blue. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is color-coded lime green. Plug the power cord into this , the voltage switch should always...
... record sound on your computer is in the United States. This jack is color-coded red or pink. This jack is color-coded blue. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is color-coded lime green. Plug the power cord into this , the voltage switch should always...
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Plug a modem cable into this jack. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Component IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Icon Description Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com
Plug a modem cable into this jack. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Component IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Icon Description Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com
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...label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your computer model and serial number. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your operating system. ...www.eMachines.com 13 Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for informational purposes only. Identifying your model Identifying your ...
...label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your computer model and serial number. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your operating system. ...www.eMachines.com 13 Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for informational purposes only. Identifying your model Identifying your ...
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... are setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Do not use your computer in your line of time. Setting up your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Top of screen is perpendicular to focus on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes.
... are setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Do not use your computer in your line of time. Setting up your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Top of screen is perpendicular to focus on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes.
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... your spine. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Sitting at a comfortable distance. www.eMachines.com 17 Setting up your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work . ■ Take breaks to provide extra back support. If the desk...
... your spine. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Sitting at a comfortable distance. www.eMachines.com 17 Setting up your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work . ■ Take breaks to provide extra back support. If the desk...
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... coming into your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. If you cannot run your computer long enough to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com The voltage selection for your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Protect your location is set the voltage selection switch incorrectly...
... coming into your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. If you cannot run your computer long enough to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com The voltage selection for your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Protect your location is set the voltage selection switch incorrectly...