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...cleaning. i CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. These openings must not be placed near water. • Do not place this... product. • To avoid damage of any kind into is provided. • Never push objects of internal components and to unplug the power cord from overheating. Do not use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper...
...cleaning. i CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. These openings must not be placed near water. • Do not place this... product. • To avoid damage of any kind into is provided. • Never push objects of internal components and to unplug the power cord from overheating. Do not use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper...
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...80% of time listening to music at high volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to protect your electrician for details. Using a power outlet that may result in electric shock and/or injury. Do not locate this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or ...damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from the type of all products plugged into a non-grounded power outlet. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. : • Never use it afteryour ears adjust. • Limit ...
...80% of time listening to music at high volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to protect your electrician for details. Using a power outlet that may result in electric shock and/or injury. Do not locate this product where people will probably cause unexpected short current or ...damage rotor devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from the type of all products plugged into a non-grounded power outlet. The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. : • Never use it afteryour ears adjust. • Limit ...
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... the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of the global environment, please recycle. iii Product servicing Do not attempt to replace the power cord set . CAUTION: Danger of small children. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of other risks. Unplug this electronic device...need for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved ...
... the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of the global environment, please recycle. iii Product servicing Do not attempt to replace the power cord set . CAUTION: Danger of small children. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of other risks. Unplug this electronic device...need for service • the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved ...
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... guide 2 Product Registration 2 Front 3 Back 4 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 7 Working safely and comfortably 8 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 8 Preparing power connections 9 Protecting from power source problems 9 Checking the voltage selection 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 11 Connecting a dial-up modem 11 Using the World Wide Web...
... guide 2 Product Registration 2 Front 3 Back 4 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 7 Working safely and comfortably 8 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 8 Preparing power connections 9 Protecting from power source problems 9 Checking the voltage selection 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 11 Connecting a dial-up modem 11 Using the World Wide Web...
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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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.... Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. The power indicator lights when the computer is color-coded green. 3 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other... device into this jack. You can also configure the power button to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on drive type). Plug a microphone...
.... Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. The power indicator lights when the computer is color-coded green. 3 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other... device into this jack. You can also configure the power button to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on drive type). Plug a microphone...
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Plug the power cord into this port. Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this illustration. Plug a PS/2 mouse into this connector. Back Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer Important Your computer's ... that this port. Plug a VGA (blue connector) monitor cable into this jack. Stereo out: Plug your area. Component Icon Kensington lock slot (optional) Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard port Monitor (VGA) port USB ports Microphone jack (pink plug) Headphone/analo g speakers jack (green plug) -ORFront speakers jack PS/2 mouse port...
Plug the power cord into this port. Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this illustration. Plug a PS/2 mouse into this connector. Back Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer Important Your computer's ... that this port. Plug a VGA (blue connector) monitor cable into this jack. Stereo out: Plug your area. Component Icon Kensington lock slot (optional) Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard port Monitor (VGA) port USB ports Microphone jack (pink plug) Headphone/analo g speakers jack (green plug) -ORFront speakers jack PS/2 mouse port...
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...modem connection. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer during a power failure. During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer can enter your computer for an extended period of time ...devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to your computer normally. 9 Preparing power connections Protecting from reaching your computer by using a surge protector. Protect your computer. An...
...modem connection. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer during a power failure. During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer can enter your computer for an extended period of time ...devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to your computer normally. 9 Preparing power connections Protecting from reaching your computer by using a surge protector. Protect your computer. An...
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... switch on the back of your computer to set to this when your computer is located on the back of your computer, near the power cable connector. The switch is operating in the United States. Make sure this , the voltage switch should always be set the voltage to 115V or ...230V. To set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to 230. The power supply, a component built into your computer's power cable. 2 Use a tool such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. For the...
... switch on the back of your computer to set to this when your computer is located on the back of your computer, near the power cable connector. The switch is operating in the United States. Make sure this , the voltage switch should always be set the voltage to 115V or ...230V. To set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to 230. The power supply, a component built into your computer's power cable. 2 Use a tool such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. For the...
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... each computer is identified by a label or a switch. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on your computers. 3 Plug one end of...
... each computer is identified by a label or a switch. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on your computers. 3 Plug one end of...
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... you have problems with your computer, try these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. • If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. • If a peripheral...
... you have problems with your computer, try these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. • If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. • If a peripheral...
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...is plugged into a router. • Make sure that all computers on your computer. • Make sure that indicate they are plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on . For more information, see the documentation that came with your add-in card • Shut down and restart your .... CD or DVD drives See "Optical disc drives" on page 27. Ethernet You cannot see the documentation that the router is plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on . • Make sure that came with your computer. Make sure that the other computers on your network •...
...is plugged into a router. • Make sure that all computers on your computer. • Make sure that indicate they are plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on . For more information, see the documentation that came with your add-in card • Shut down and restart your .... CD or DVD drives See "Optical disc drives" on page 27. Ethernet You cannot see the documentation that the router is plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on . • Make sure that came with your computer. Make sure that the other computers on your network •...
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... The screen resolution is noisy when it dials and connects When your modem tries to connect to another modem is in and turned on , the power LED should be lit. • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. 37 Handshaking is working and plugged into the appropriate port...
... The screen resolution is noisy when it dials and connects When your modem tries to connect to another modem is in and turned on , the power LED should be lit. • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. 37 Handshaking is working and plugged into the appropriate port...
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... will not turn on • Make sure that the power cord is connected to an AC power source and to your computer, and that your computer is turned on. • If your computer is plugged into the outlet and turn it on. ... drives contain regional codes that the surge protector is connected securely to play , the disc's regional code and your password • Make sure that the power cord is 4.
... will not turn on • Make sure that the power cord is connected to an AC power source and to your computer, and that your computer is turned on. • If your computer is plugged into the outlet and turn it on. ... drives contain regional codes that the surge protector is connected securely to play , the disc's regional code and your password • Make sure that the power cord is 4.
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... installing the printer driver. The printer is online. Many printers have selected it is connected to is not the default printer, make sure that the power cable is online. See the printer documentation for instructions for instructions on • Make sure that the printer is plugged into an AC...
... installing the printer driver. The printer is online. Many printers have selected it is connected to is not the default printer, make sure that the power cable is online. See the printer documentation for instructions for instructions on • Make sure that the printer is plugged into an AC...
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...from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that it . Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC power ...outlet that you have installed it according to the instructions provided with it is supplying power. If you have "how to complete the recovery. 4 Insert the second recovery disc ...
...from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that it . Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC power ...outlet that you have installed it according to the instructions provided with it is supplying power. If you have "how to complete the recovery. 4 Insert the second recovery disc ...
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Power cords or plugs are damaged - Your computer was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. • Have your customer ID, serial number, and order number available, along with your computer - Help For more how-to information about using your eMachines-supplied hardware or software, see the ...; See the troubleshooting section of your computer problem if: - The case was dropped - In many cases, additional product information and online documentation for eMachines-supplied hardware can be found in the Search box, then press ENTER. 50
Power cords or plugs are damaged - Your computer was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. • Have your customer ID, serial number, and order number available, along with your computer - Help For more how-to information about using your eMachines-supplied hardware or software, see the ...; See the troubleshooting section of your computer problem if: - The case was dropped - In many cases, additional product information and online documentation for eMachines-supplied hardware can be found in the Search box, then press ENTER. 50
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... • Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt. • Never place the system on uneven surfaces. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices... should not exceed the ampere rating of your computer. Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior of it with rubber ball) 1 Open the circular cover at the ...
... • Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt. • Never place the system on uneven surfaces. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices... should not exceed the ampere rating of your computer. Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior of it with rubber ball) 1 Open the circular cover at the ...
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... noise and may not operate. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no guarantee that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is connected to the same line as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety ...the limits for products with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set up to make automatic calls to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this computer is for the effective hand-over of a call attempt and the beginning of one call to another . 5 This ...
... noise and may not operate. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no guarantee that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is connected to the same line as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety ...the limits for products with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set up to make automatic calls to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this computer is for the effective hand-over of a call attempt and the beginning of one call to another . 5 This ...