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... 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22 Standard keyboard 22 Keyboard features 23 Using the mouse 24 Connecting the modem 26 Connecting to a wired Ethernet network 27 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...
... 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22 Standard keyboard 22 Keyboard features 23 Using the mouse 24 Connecting the modem 26 Connecting to a wired Ethernet network 27 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...
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... 45 Opening the case 46 Removing the side panel 46 Removing the front bezel 47 Closing the case 48 Replacing the side panel 48 Replacing the front bezel 49 Installing memory 50 Replacing the system battery 52 6 Troubleshooting 55 Safety guidelines 56 First steps 56 Troubleshooting 57 Add-in cards 57 Audio 57 Battery 57 CD or DVD drives 57 Computer 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64...
... 45 Opening the case 46 Removing the side panel 46 Removing the front bezel 47 Closing the case 48 Replacing the side panel 48 Replacing the front bezel 49 Installing memory 50 Replacing the system battery 52 6 Troubleshooting 55 Safety guidelines 56 First steps 56 Troubleshooting 57 Add-in cards 57 Audio 57 Battery 57 CD or DVD drives 57 Computer 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64...
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... about your model and serial number. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the optional diskette drive. The button lights when the computer is turned on when the hard drive is accessed. www.eMachines.com 9 This jack is color-coded orange. 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 this port. Contains your drive, see "Using the memory card reader" on...
... about your model and serial number. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the optional diskette drive. The button lights when the computer is turned on when the hard drive is accessed. www.eMachines.com 9 This jack is color-coded orange. 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 this port. Contains your drive, see "Using the memory card reader" on...
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..., the utility power is operating in the United States. Plug a serial device (such as this, the voltage switch should always be moved to this when your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for a telephone into this port. This jack is in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 If your computer. PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output...
..., the utility power is operating in the United States. Plug a serial device (such as this, the voltage switch should always be moved to this when your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for a telephone into this port. This jack is in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 If your computer. PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output...
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... BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Write down your computer. 5 Remove the side panel by the manufacturer. You will need to install the new battery the same way. Warning Danger of the same size and voltage as the original battery that was in the menus and submenus, then exit from the illustration below. 8 Push the battery release tab. Replace only with the same or equivalent type...
... BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Write down your computer. 5 Remove the side panel by the manufacturer. You will need to install the new battery the same way. Warning Danger of the same size and voltage as the original battery that was in the menus and submenus, then exit from the illustration below. 8 Push the battery release tab. Replace only with the same or equivalent type...
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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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... device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Type the keyword troubleshooting in a program, see "First steps" on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is turned on...
... device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Type the keyword troubleshooting in a program, see "First steps" on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is turned on...
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...; Make sure that the connections have typed a URL (Web address) incorrectly, you still get the error, your ISP technical support for help. ■ Make sure that the modem cable is set up )" on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having technical difficulties. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Internet See also "Modem (dial-up correctly. Connecting to make sure that you connect and the number of users accessing...
...; Make sure that the connections have typed a URL (Web address) incorrectly, you still get the error, your ISP technical support for help. ■ Make sure that the modem cable is set up )" on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having technical difficulties. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Internet See also "Modem (dial-up correctly. Connecting to make sure that you connect and the number of users accessing...
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... disabled before using the modem. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all messages are set correctly. 64 www.eMachines.com Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use a third-party diagnostic program to temporarily disable the service. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 62. Memory card reader Drive letters for a dial tone by plugging a working...
... disabled before using the modem. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all messages are set correctly. 64 www.eMachines.com Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use a third-party diagnostic program to temporarily disable the service. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 62. Memory card reader Drive letters for a dial tone by plugging a working...
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... arrow. The Control Panel window opens. To turn down the modem volume: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. www.eMachines.com 67 If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open or the modem has failed to close the Phone and Modem Options dialog box. Type the keyword modem troubleshooting in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/Double...
... arrow. The Control Panel window opens. To turn down the modem volume: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. www.eMachines.com 67 If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open or the modem has failed to close the Phone and Modem Options dialog box. Type the keyword modem troubleshooting in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/Double...
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....eMachines.com Your monitor may use a thin damper wire, located approximately 1/3 of the way down from the upper screen edge and 1/3 of the way up for bent or damaged pins. ■ Reinstall the device driver. ■ Connect a monitor that the monitor cable is connected to the video port on the display is turned on, the power LED should be lit. ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. ■ Make...
....eMachines.com Your monitor may use a thin damper wire, located approximately 1/3 of the way down from the upper screen edge and 1/3 of the way up for bent or damaged pins. ■ Reinstall the device driver. ■ Connect a monitor that the monitor cable is connected to the video port on the display is turned on, the power LED should be lit. ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. ■ Make...
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... power cable is plugged into the outlet and turn on , and working device, such as a lamp, into an AC power source. Press the button to press so the printer can start printing. Type the keyword network troubleshooting in the Search box , then click the arrow. The printer is on . ■ Make sure that the power cord is free from cuts or damage. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Networks You cannot connect...
... power cable is plugged into the outlet and turn on , and working device, such as a lamp, into an AC power source. Press the button to press so the printer can start printing. Type the keyword network troubleshooting in the Search box , then click the arrow. The printer is on . ■ Make sure that the power cord is free from cuts or damage. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Networks You cannot connect...
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... Set as Default Printer. ■ Reinstall the printer driver. To make sure that the printer is not set to work offline: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. www.eMachines.com 71 You see a "Printer queue is full" error message ■ Make sure that you have selected it in the Search box , then click the arrow. The Control Panel window opens. Type the keyword printer troubleshooter in the printer setup. Troubleshooting...
... Set as Default Printer. ■ Reinstall the printer driver. To make sure that the printer is not set to work offline: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. www.eMachines.com 71 You see a "Printer queue is full" error message ■ Make sure that you have selected it in the Search box , then click the arrow. The Control Panel window opens. Type the keyword printer troubleshooter in the printer setup. Troubleshooting...
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... page 21. ■ If you are using external speakers, see a "Printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that the printer is online. Type the keyword sound troubleshooter in the Search box , then click the arrow. 72 www.eMachines.com For more information about sound troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Most printers have been printed before sending...
... page 21. ■ If you are using external speakers, see a "Printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that the printer is online. Type the keyword sound troubleshooter in the Search box , then click the arrow. 72 www.eMachines.com For more information about sound troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Most printers have been printed before sending...
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... service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) 6 Ground clamp 7 Antenna lead-in wire 80 www.eMachines.com Contact with them could fall into such power lines or circuits. Appendix A: Power lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits...
... service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) 6 Ground clamp 7 Antenna lead-in wire 80 www.eMachines.com Contact with them could fall into such power lines or circuits. Appendix A: Power lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits...
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... 11 audio playback buttons 23 B battery replacing 52 bezel removing 47 replacing 49 broadband connection 27 connecting 12 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 27 connecting 12 Caps Lock indicator 23 cards inserting memory card 32 installing memory card 32 removing memory card 32 slots 31 troubleshooting add-in card 57 troubleshooting memory card 64 types of memory cards supported 31 case closing 48 opening 46 CD cleaning 44 inserting 34 playing audio 35 recording 35 troubleshooting 57 CD drive identifying 33 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 57 using 33 cellular phone memory cards 31...
... 11 audio playback buttons 23 B battery replacing 52 bezel removing 47 replacing 49 broadband connection 27 connecting 12 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 27 connecting 12 Caps Lock indicator 23 cards inserting memory card 32 installing memory card 32 removing memory card 32 slots 31 troubleshooting add-in card 57 troubleshooting memory card 64 types of memory cards supported 31 case closing 48 opening 46 CD cleaning 44 inserting 34 playing audio 35 recording 35 troubleshooting 57 CD drive identifying 33 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 57 using 33 cellular phone memory cards 31...
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... folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 4 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9 I i.Link port 9, 12, 28 IEEE 1394 port 9, 12, 28 indicators Caps Lock 23 hard drive 9 Num Lock 23 numeric keypad 23 power 9 Scroll Lock 23 installing battery 52 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 front bezel 47 memory...
... folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 4 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9 I i.Link port 9, 12, 28 IEEE 1394 port 9, 12, 28 indicators Caps Lock 23 hard drive 9 Num Lock 23 numeric keypad 23 power 9 Scroll Lock 23 installing battery 52 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 front bezel 47 memory...
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... M maintenance cleaning case 41 cleaning component exteriors 41 cleaning computer display 42 cleaning computer screen 42 cleaning keyboard 42 cleaning mouse 42 protecting from viruses 39 memory adding 50 installing 50 replacing 50 troubleshooting 64 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 31 using 31 microphone jack 9, 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 model number 13 modem cable 27 connecting 26 DSL 27 jack 12, 26 protecting from power surge 18 troubleshooting 64 monitor cleaning 42 port...
... M maintenance cleaning case 41 cleaning component exteriors 41 cleaning computer display 42 cleaning computer screen 42 cleaning keyboard 42 cleaning mouse 42 protecting from viruses 39 memory adding 50 installing 50 replacing 50 troubleshooting 64 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 31 using 31 microphone jack 9, 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 model number 13 modem cable 27 connecting 26 DSL 27 jack 12, 26 protecting from power surge 18 troubleshooting 64 monitor cleaning 42 port...
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... memory cards 31 peripheral devices 28 playing audio CD 35 DVD 35 Plug and Play 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 USB port 9, 11 programs closing unresponsive 21 opening 25 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 11 R RAM See memory rebooting...
... memory cards 31 peripheral devices 28 playing audio CD 35 DVD 35 Plug and Play 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 USB port 9, 11 programs closing unresponsive 21 opening 25 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 11 R RAM See memory rebooting...
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... panel 60, 68 memory 64 memory card reader 64 modem 64 monitor 68 mouse 69 network 70 passwords 70 power 70 printer 70 safety guidelines 56 screen 60, 68 screen area 68 screen resolution 68 technical 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...
... panel 60, 68 memory 64 memory card reader 64 modem 64 monitor 68 mouse 69 network 70 passwords 70 power 70 printer 70 safety guidelines 56 screen 60, 68 screen area 68 screen resolution 68 technical 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...