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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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..., from your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you keep your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! eMachines stands behind our value proposition to help you for years to come. Each..., our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with fast, considerate service. We have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Please read this manual carefully to provide best-of services and support. We sincerely hope that you will receive the utmost...
..., from your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you keep your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! eMachines stands behind our value proposition to help you for years to come. Each..., our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with fast, considerate service. We have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Please read this manual carefully to provide best-of services and support. We sincerely hope that you will receive the utmost...
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...collection of your computer. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Help and Support opens. To start Help and Support: ...9632; Click Start, then click Help and Support. 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 ...
...collection of your computer. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Help and Support opens. To start Help and Support: ...9632; Click Start, then click Help and Support. 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 ...
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... topics are located in the Search box. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To view a topic, click the topic name in Help and Support and are relevant to view. To fix the problem, click on the Internet...
... topics are located in the Search box. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To view a topic, click the topic name in Help and Support and are relevant to view. To fix the problem, click on the Internet...
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Online help Online help . www.eMachines.com 5 You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by clicking a Help button. You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program.
Online help Online help . www.eMachines.com 5 You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by clicking a Help button. You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program.
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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. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. 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
Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. 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
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... see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into this port. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Plug a microphone into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Contains your drive, see "Installing a printer...). Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. 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 the optional diskette drive...
... see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into this port. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Plug a microphone into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Contains your drive, see "Installing a printer...). Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. 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 the optional diskette drive...
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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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... screws before opening the case. This jack is in the United States. In the United States, the utility power is preset at 60 Hz. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer. For more information, see "Installing...
... screws before opening the case. This jack is in the United States. In the United States, the utility power is preset at 60 Hz. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer. For more information, see "Installing...
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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 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack.
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 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack.
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... 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 eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for your computer model and serial number. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found ...
... 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 eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for your computer model and serial number. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found ...
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... floor Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains...
... floor Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains...
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... your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work . ■ Take breaks to change your position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your wrists. www.eMachines.com 17 Sit with your back straight so your spine. You should be perpendicular to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at a comfortable...
... your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work . ■ Take breaks to change your position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your wrists. www.eMachines.com 17 Sit with your back straight so your spine. You should be perpendicular to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at a comfortable...
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Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. The power supply should always be set to this , the voltage switch ...
Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. The power supply should always be set to this , the voltage switch ...