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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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...a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you will be pleased with our range of us at affordable prices. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to come. We sincerely hope that you with the best product possible. Each and every... with fast, considerate service. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you keep your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com to ensure that you are sure that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of services and support. You ...
...a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you will be pleased with our range of us at affordable prices. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to come. We sincerely hope that you with the best product possible. Each and every... with fast, considerate service. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you keep your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com to ensure that you are sure that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of services and support. You ...
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...many features of help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Help and Support opens. 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 answer questions about your eMachines computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. You can find help information, troubleshooters...
...many features of help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Help and Support opens. 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 answer questions about your eMachines computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. You can find help information, troubleshooters...
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... Support and are located on the Internet. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - These topics are relevant to view. To view...
... Support and are located on the Internet. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - These topics are relevant to view. To view...
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www.eMachines.com 5 Online help Online help . 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.
www.eMachines.com 5 Online help Online help . 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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... analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this port. Contains your drive type and for more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device... page 30. Press this drive to listen to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. This jack is color-coded orange. www.eMachines.com 9 To identify your model and serial number. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on drive type). Turns on . The...
... analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this port. Contains your drive type and for more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device... page 30. Press this drive to listen to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. This jack is color-coded orange. www.eMachines.com 9 To identify your model and serial number. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on drive type). Turns on . The...
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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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... factory with the correct voltage for your computer. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as Europe, the utility power is color-coded blue. www.eMachines.com 11 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other areas of the world, such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner...
... factory with the correct voltage for your computer. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as Europe, the utility power is color-coded blue. www.eMachines.com 11 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other areas of the world, such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner...
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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 Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. Plug a modem cable 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 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28.
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... 13 Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your operating system. Microsoft Certificate of ...
... 13 Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your operating system. Microsoft Certificate of ...
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... is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on your screen and light shining directly into your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Top of time. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer occasionally, and try to focus on distant objects. Reduce glare by installing...
... is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on your screen and light shining directly into your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Top of time. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer occasionally, and try to focus on distant objects. Reduce glare by installing...
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... cushion to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at or slightly below the level of sight. ■ Place your torso or neck. www.eMachines.com 17
... cushion to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at or slightly below the level of sight. ■ Place your torso or neck. www.eMachines.com 17
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If your computer is operating in the United States. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com The power supply should be set to 115V or 230V. If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. If you ...
If your computer is operating in the United States. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com The power supply should be set to 115V or 230V. If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. If you ...