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Starter Guide for your eMachines computer Look inside for helpful hints on: • Using Windows • Using multimedia • Protecting your computer • Restoring your computer
Starter Guide for your eMachines computer Look inside for helpful hints on: • Using Windows • Using multimedia • Protecting your computer • Restoring your computer
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Thank you get started with your purchase! We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you for your eMachines computer. Thank you!
Thank you get started with your purchase! We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you for your eMachines computer. Thank you!
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The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! Get information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 Click Welcome Center and select an option. welcome to a new one Learn about your computer Transfer files and settings from eMachines partners! To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance.
The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! Get information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 Click Welcome Center and select an option. welcome to a new one Learn about your computer Transfer files and settings from eMachines partners! To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance.
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... you need additional help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer, eMachines offers several options designed to meet your needs: • eMachines Web support-Available 24/7, eMachines' online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer. eMachines'Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support...
... you need additional help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer, eMachines offers several options designed to meet your needs: • eMachines Web support-Available 24/7, eMachines' online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer. eMachines'Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support...
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... and advice you know computers. Check your online user guide for problems and conflicts and lets you can find the number on the setup poster that came with your computer. • BigFix*-Pre-installed for you on your eMachines computer, BigFix checks your computer for easy-to-understand... information on using your eMachines computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide.
... and advice you know computers. Check your online user guide for problems and conflicts and lets you can find the number on the setup poster that came with your computer. • BigFix*-Pre-installed for you on your eMachines computer, BigFix checks your computer for easy-to-understand... information on using your eMachines computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide.
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... pointer arrow turns into a hand when you type in your online user guide. surfing the 'net Explore the World Wide Web with . Click on your computer to the Internet, click (Start), then click Internet or the ISP you 're on it and see where it takes you! 10 To learn more...), or cable TV line and sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Just connect your way. Type in an Internet address, such as www.emachines.com, click Go, and you 've connected with an Internet connection.
... pointer arrow turns into a hand when you type in your online user guide. surfing the 'net Explore the World Wide Web with . Click on your computer to the Internet, click (Start), then click Internet or the ISP you 're on it and see where it takes you! 10 To learn more...), or cable TV line and sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Just connect your way. Type in an Internet address, such as www.emachines.com, click Go, and you 've connected with an Internet connection.
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... Programs, then click Windows Media Player. You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in your computer, then click the Play button ( ). To listen to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. Note: You must have a DVD drive to... listed here Click these buttons to favorite music CDs or watching DVDs with software already installed on your listening and viewing pleasure... for your new eMachines computer.
... Programs, then click Windows Media Player. You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in your computer, then click the Play button ( ). To listen to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. Note: You must have a DVD drive to... listed here Click these buttons to favorite music CDs or watching DVDs with software already installed on your listening and viewing pleasure... for your new eMachines computer.
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...songs you must have a DVD burner to create a DVD For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in the disc drive on your eMachines computer. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save content such as data or movies to DVD, open Windows Media Player and put a blank, writable ... Player. Put a music CD in your selections are checked, then click Start Rip. Create a DVD To save them to the Music folder. If your computer, then click Rip. Click Burn , then select the items you rip yourself, or create a video DVD of are complete, click Start Burn. rip, burn...
...songs you must have a DVD burner to create a DVD For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in the disc drive on your eMachines computer. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save content such as data or movies to DVD, open Windows Media Player and put a blank, writable ... Player. Put a music CD in your selections are checked, then click Start Rip. Create a DVD To save them to the Music folder. If your computer, then click Rip. Click Burn , then select the items you rip yourself, or create a video DVD of are complete, click Start Burn. rip, burn...
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... to improve the security of personal information stored on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer: • Windows Security-Provides access to -date. keeping your computer safe Your eMachines computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you keep your computer secure and up-to security features such as Windows Security Center, Windows...
... to improve the security of personal information stored on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer: • Windows Security-Provides access to -date. keeping your computer safe Your eMachines computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you keep your computer secure and up-to security features such as Windows Security Center, Windows...
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... taskbar icon ( ). It automatically gathers information about updates are provided here 18 For more information on safety, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer Click here to go directly to the eMachines Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more about BigFix Details and information about the latest bugs, security...
... taskbar icon ( ). It automatically gathers information about updates are provided here 18 For more information on safety, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer Click here to go directly to the eMachines Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more about BigFix Details and information about the latest bugs, security...
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...-screen instructions to create recovery discs for your system. To create discs, click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. Before you have blank discs ready. prepare to recover When you first get your computer, it is a good idea to make a backup of the software that you create these"recovery discs...
...-screen instructions to create recovery discs for your system. To create discs, click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. Before you have blank discs ready. prepare to recover When you first get your computer, it is a good idea to make a backup of the software that you create these"recovery discs...
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If you restore your computer, it will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the hard drive or recovery discs, contact eMachines Customer Care for help. • After you cannot run Windows... 1 Restart your computer, then press the ALT+F10 keys during startup. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to finish. IMPORTANT • If your computer's software up to bring your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the factory. You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to date. 23
If you restore your computer, it will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the hard drive or recovery discs, contact eMachines Customer Care for help. • After you cannot run Windows... 1 Restart your computer, then press the ALT+F10 keys during startup. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to finish. IMPORTANT • If your computer's software up to bring your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the factory. You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to date. 23
eMachines Desktop PC User Guide (Windows Vista)
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Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the eMachines Web site 2 Using Help and Support 2 Contacting eMachines 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 3 Chapter 2: Using Windows 5 Using the Windows desktop 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons to the desktop 8 ...
Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the eMachines Web site 2 Using Help and Support 2 Contacting eMachines 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 3 Chapter 2: Using Windows 5 Using the Windows desktop 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons to the desktop 8 ...
eMachines Desktop PC User Guide (Windows Vista)
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www.emachines.com Setting up multiple monitors 71 Changing system sounds 72 Changing mouse settings 73 Adding and modifying user accounts 73 Changing power-saving settings 75 Changing the power plan 75 Changing accessibility settings 77 Using the Ease of Access Center 77 Using voice recognition 78 Setting up parental controls 78 Filtering Internet access 79 Scheduling computer and Internet use 80 Restricting game access 80 Restricting specific programs 82 Creating activity reports 82 Notices 83 iii
www.emachines.com Setting up multiple monitors 71 Changing system sounds 72 Changing mouse settings 73 Adding and modifying user accounts 73 Changing power-saving settings 75 Changing the power plan 75 Changing accessibility settings 77 Using the Ease of Access Center 77 Using voice recognition 78 Setting up parental controls 78 Filtering Internet access 79 Scheduling computer and Internet use 80 Restricting game access 80 Restricting specific programs 82 Creating activity reports 82 Notices 83 iii
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..., dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from Microsoft. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with fast, considerate service. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about Windows and to ensure that you are...
..., dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from Microsoft. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with fast, considerate service. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about Windows and to ensure that you are...
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...find the answer, click the result that identifies your computer is running Windows Media Center, you are discussed. 3 www.emachines.com 2 Type a word or phrase in the ...window, type Windows Media Center in the Search Help For box. You can access help for information on your computer contains information that most online help for help : 1 Click (Start), then click Help and Support. Many... which you call for Windows Media Center If your computer model and serial number. To access Media Center help . eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you are connected to use...
...find the answer, click the result that identifies your computer is running Windows Media Center, you are discussed. 3 www.emachines.com 2 Type a word or phrase in the ...window, type Windows Media Center in the Search Help For box. You can access help for information on your computer contains information that most online help for help : 1 Click (Start), then click Help and Support. Many... which you call for Windows Media Center If your computer model and serial number. To access Media Center help . eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you are connected to use...
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...on the taskbar. Clicking the program button in the current window. Clicking the maximize button again restores the window to fit the entire computer display. Most windows include these items: Window item Description The title bar is the horizontal bar at the top of a window that shows...search for a word or phrase in the taskbar opens the window again. Clicking the close button closes the active window or program. www.emachines.com Every program window looks a little different because each has its former size. Clicking the minimize button reduces the active window to a ...
...on the taskbar. Clicking the program button in the current window. Clicking the maximize button again restores the window to fit the entire computer display. Most windows include these items: Window item Description The title bar is the horizontal bar at the top of a window that shows...search for a word or phrase in the taskbar opens the window again. Clicking the close button closes the active window or program. www.emachines.com Every program window looks a little different because each has its former size. Clicking the minimize button reduces the active window to a ...
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... that you want to create a new folder inside the destination folder, right-click. 6 Click Paste. www.emachines.com To create a folder: Shortcut Click File Á New Á Folder Á type name 1 Click (Start), then click Computer on the Start menu. 2 Double-click the drive where you want to copy and move files...
... that you want to create a new folder inside the destination folder, right-click. 6 Click Paste. www.emachines.com To create a folder: Shortcut Click File Á New Á Folder Á type name 1 Click (Start), then click Computer on the Start menu. 2 Double-click the drive where you want to copy and move files...
eMachines Desktop PC User Guide (Windows XP)
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...be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your computer. Using the eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is a file stored on your eMachines computer. To access your new eMachines computer for years to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. Help...All Programs, then then click Gateway Documentation. We are provided with our range of us at www.emachines.com. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized ...
...be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your computer. Using the eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is a file stored on your eMachines computer. To access your new eMachines computer for years to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. Help...All Programs, then then click Gateway Documentation. We are provided with our range of us at www.emachines.com. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized ...
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... hybrid attacks. • McAfee Personal Firewall blocks unwanted inbound and outbound Internet traffic to protect your computer. 76 McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 2 Click Scan. Chapter 7: Your new eMachines computer may have the McAfee SecurityCenter installed. McAfee scans your computer against online identity theft by blocking the transmission of the items detected and removed from your...
... hybrid attacks. • McAfee Personal Firewall blocks unwanted inbound and outbound Internet traffic to protect your computer. 76 McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 2 Click Scan. Chapter 7: Your new eMachines computer may have the McAfee SecurityCenter installed. McAfee scans your computer against online identity theft by blocking the transmission of the items detected and removed from your...