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Contents Ethernet 27 Expansion cards 29 File management 29 Hard drive 29 Internet 31 Keyboard 33 Memory 33 Memory card reader 34 Modem (cable or DSL 34 Modem (dial-up 34 Monitor 37 Mouse 38 Networks 39 Optical disc drives 39 Passwords 41 Power 41 Printer 42 Sound 43 Recovering your system 44 Creating recovery discs 45 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers . 46 Returning your system to its factory condition . 47 Telephone support 49 Before calling Customer Care 49 Self-help 50 Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices . 51 viii
Contents Ethernet 27 Expansion cards 29 File management 29 Hard drive 29 Internet 31 Keyboard 33 Memory 33 Memory card reader 34 Modem (cable or DSL 34 Modem (dial-up 34 Monitor 37 Mouse 38 Networks 39 Optical disc drives 39 Passwords 41 Power 41 Printer 42 Sound 43 Recovering your system 44 Creating recovery discs 45 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers . 46 Returning your system to its factory condition . 47 Telephone support 49 Before calling Customer Care 49 Self-help 50 Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices . 51 viii
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... in /side speaker jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack ESATA port (optional) Serial port (optional) HDMI port (optional) ESATA HDMI Description Plug your computer (Default). Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Component Icon Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) (optional) Surround L/R speaker jack (black plug) Audio in : Plug an external audio input...
... in /side speaker jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack ESATA port (optional) Serial port (optional) HDMI port (optional) ESATA HDMI Description Plug your computer (Default). Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Component Icon Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) (optional) Surround L/R speaker jack (black plug) Audio in : Plug an external audio input...
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... to start your Web browser. OR On the current Web page, click a link to a Web site, click Start, then click Help and Support. Help For more information about connecting to a Web site. Sometimes Web pages display slowly. Your default Web browser opens showing an opening page or... locates the server computer on the Internet, downloads (transfers) data to a different Web site, type the address (called a URL for example www.emachines.com), then click GO on the complexity of your connection will determine how fast Web pages display. 13 The speed that you requested. Type connecting...
... to start your Web browser. OR On the current Web page, click a link to a Web site, click Start, then click Help and Support. Help For more information about connecting to a Web site. Sometimes Web pages display slowly. Your default Web browser opens showing an opening page or... locates the server computer on the Internet, downloads (transfers) data to a different Web site, type the address (called a URL for example www.emachines.com), then click GO on the complexity of your connection will determine how fast Web pages display. 13 The speed that you requested. Type connecting...
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... the Search Help box, then click ENTER 14 The time that it . Help For more information about downloading files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Downloading files Caution To protect your computer against viruses, make sure that you scan the files you want to...
... the Search Help box, then click ENTER 14 The time that it . Help For more information about downloading files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Downloading files Caution To protect your computer against viruses, make sure that you scan the files you want to...
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Type troubleshooting in alphabetical order. 26 Help For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are secure. • Make sure that you performed and make sure that your hard drive is not full. • If an error ...
Type troubleshooting in alphabetical order. 26 Help For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are secure. • Make sure that you performed and make sure that your hard drive is not full. • If an error ...
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...computer. • Make sure that came with your expansion card. Help For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. To restore deleted files: 1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon. 2 Right-click the file you have installed the required software. Type ...management in the Search box, then press ENTER. File management Help For more information about restoring deleted files, click Start, then click Help and Support. A file was accidentally deleted If a file was emptied before you try to restore a file, the file cannot be restored. Hard drive...
...computer. • Make sure that came with your expansion card. Help For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. To restore deleted files: 1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon. 2 Right-click the file you have installed the required software. Type ...management in the Search box, then press ENTER. File management Help For more information about restoring deleted files, click Start, then click Help and Support. A file was accidentally deleted If a file was emptied before you try to restore a file, the file cannot be restored. Hard drive...
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...modem, make sure that the connections have been made correctly. - For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. See your setup poster to make sure that the connections have been made correctly. • Make sure that your account with your setup ...34. You see a "Non-system disk" or "disk error" error message • Your hard drive may have a problem with your ISP technical support for help. • Make sure that you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the Ethernet network ...
...modem, make sure that the connections have been made correctly. - For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. See your setup poster to make sure that the connections have been made correctly. • Make sure that your account with your setup ...34. You see a "Non-system disk" or "disk error" error message • Your hard drive may have a problem with your ISP technical support for help. • Make sure that you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the Ethernet network ...
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If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your ISP for technical support. 32 If you have not received any mail • Click the receive button in your residence or at your local telephone service • The condition ...
If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your ISP for technical support. 32 If you have not received any mail • Click the receive button in your residence or at your local telephone service • The condition ...
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... "key failure" error message • Make sure that nothing is not stuck. For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support.
... "key failure" error message • Make sure that nothing is not stuck. For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support.
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... the connectors are not using your telephone. Make sure that makes a difference. Help For more information about dialing properties, click Start, then click Help and Support. These lines do not work correctly. Do not connect these devices to the same telephone line as the modem. • Make sure that you are...
... the connectors are not using your telephone. Make sure that makes a difference. Help For more information about dialing properties, click Start, then click Help and Support. These lines do not work correctly. Do not connect these devices to the same telephone line as the modem. • Make sure that you are...
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...48K. The problem may be having technical difficulties. Other factors, such as line noise, telephone service provider equipment, or ISP limitations, may not support 48K uploads. The telephone line may be with just one program. • Review the troubleshooting information under "Internet" on this line, call your... ISP for technical support. • See if the modem works with the modem at which you can connect on page 31. Your 56K modem does not connect at...
...48K. The problem may be having technical difficulties. Other factors, such as line noise, telephone service provider equipment, or ISP limitations, may not support 48K uploads. The telephone line may be with just one program. • Review the troubleshooting information under "Internet" on this line, call your... ISP for technical support. • See if the modem works with the modem at which you can connect on page 31. Your 56K modem does not connect at...
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... standards and may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. Help For more information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type modem troubleshooting in use (for example, someone is not correct • Change the screen resolution from the Display Settings dialog box.
... standards and may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. Help For more information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type modem troubleshooting in use (for example, someone is not correct • Change the screen resolution from the Display Settings dialog box.
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... uniform • Make sure that you know works to your computer. For more information about changing the screen resolution, click Start, then click Help and Support. Help For more information. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • Make sure that the monitor cable is connected to the video port on the display is dim or...
... uniform • Make sure that you know works to your computer. For more information about changing the screen resolution, click Start, then click Help and Support. Help For more information. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • Make sure that the monitor cable is connected to the video port on the display is dim or...
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.... Make sure that the optical sensor is clean and free of debris. Help For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Optical disc drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive • Make sure that you are flawed or become scratched...
.... Make sure that the optical sensor is clean and free of debris. Help For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Optical disc drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive • Make sure that you are flawed or become scratched...
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Type printer troubleshooter in the Search box, then press ENTER. 43 Help For more information about sound troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Sound You are not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that the speakers are turned on. • Make sure that the volume controls ... configured correctly. Type sound troubleshooter in the Search box, then press ENTER. Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type printer troubleshooter in the Search box, then press ENTER. 43 Help For more information about sound troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Sound You are not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that the speakers are turned on. • Make sure that the volume controls ... configured correctly. Type sound troubleshooter in the Search box, then press ENTER. Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support.
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..."Returning your system under most computer problems by following the information in "Troubleshooting" on page 25 or in the technical support pages at the factory, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 46. To recover software and drivers that product... reset your system to a previous state when everything you can solve most conditions. For instructions, see that were pre-installed at www.emachines.com. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Recovering your system from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Creating recovery discs" on page 45...
..."Returning your system under most computer problems by following the information in "Troubleshooting" on page 25 or in the technical support pages at the factory, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 46. To recover software and drivers that product... reset your system to a previous state when everything you can solve most conditions. For instructions, see that were pre-installed at www.emachines.com. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Recovering your system from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Creating recovery discs" on page 45...
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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 the instructions provided with it. Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow the on-screen prompts to complete the recovery. If...
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 the instructions provided with it. Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow the on-screen prompts to complete the recovery. If...
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Power cords or plugs are damaged - The technician may have how-to questions about Windows, click Start, then click Help and Support. Self-help If you have you have taken. • Make sure that came with your hardware or software. Type practice in our Web...including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you follow troubleshooting steps. In many cases, additional product information and online documentation for eMachines-supplied hardware can be found in the Search box, then press ENTER. 50 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • See the troubleshooting section of your call....
Power cords or plugs are damaged - The technician may have how-to questions about Windows, click Start, then click Help and Support. Self-help If you have you have taken. • Make sure that came with your hardware or software. Type practice in our Web...including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you follow troubleshooting steps. In many cases, additional product information and online documentation for eMachines-supplied hardware can be found in the Search box, then press ENTER. 50 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • See the troubleshooting section of your call....
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... questions" section on how and where to the documentation that came with your monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com/support/index.htm) for information on page 16 • If your problem is not listed in your local dealer or distributor.
... questions" section on how and where to the documentation that came with your monitor. You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com/support/index.htm) for information on page 16 • If your problem is not listed in your local dealer or distributor.
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... diode (LED) more than 5 seconds between the end of another device connected to different numbers are spaced such that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of any country or region in which it has been approved for emergency use . Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive...
... diode (LED) more than 5 seconds between the end of another device connected to different numbers are spaced such that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of any country or region in which it has been approved for emergency use . Laser compliance statement The CD or DVD drive...