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... 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 computer desk and chair 16 Setting up your computer and computer accessories 17 Sitting at your computer 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive...
... 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 computer desk and chair 16 Setting up your computer and computer accessories 17 Sitting at your computer 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive...
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...Playing a DVD 35 Creating CDs or DVDs 35 5 Maintaining Your Computer 37 Caring for your computer 38 Updating Windows 38 Protecting your computer from viruses 39 Cleaning your computer 41 Cleaning the exterior 41 Cleaning the keyboard 42 Cleaning the computer display 42 Cleaning the mouse 42 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 44 ...Troubleshooting 55 Safety guidelines 56 First steps 56 Troubleshooting 57 Add-in cards 57 Audio 57 Battery 57 CD or 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...
...Playing a DVD 35 Creating CDs or DVDs 35 5 Maintaining Your Computer 37 Caring for your computer 38 Updating Windows 38 Protecting your computer from viruses 39 Cleaning your computer 41 Cleaning the exterior 41 Cleaning the keyboard 42 Cleaning the computer display 42 Cleaning the mouse 42 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 44 ...Troubleshooting 55 Safety guidelines 56 First steps 56 Troubleshooting 57 Add-in cards 57 Audio 57 Battery 57 CD or 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...
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... and safety information to ensure that you are sure that you keep your computer in addition to provide best-of services and support. We have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Thanks again, from your new computer. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests...
... and safety information to ensure that you are sure that you keep your computer in addition to provide best-of services and support. We have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Thanks again, from your new computer. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests...
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..., troubleshooters, and automated support. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 3 eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day... days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, and information about Windows and to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Use Help and Support to help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information by clicking a link,...
..., troubleshooters, and automated support. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 3 eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day... days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, and information about Windows and to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Use Help and Support to help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information by clicking a link,...
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... blue taskbar icon. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are relevant to your computer for problems and conflicts. To view a topic, click the topic name in the Search box. You must be connected to the Internet...
... blue taskbar icon. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are relevant to your computer for problems and conflicts. To view a topic, click the topic name in the Search box. You must be connected to the Internet...
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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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...page 28. This jack is accessed. For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 30. The button lights when the computer is color-coded orange. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. For more information, see "Identifying ...drive types" on page 33. Plug a microphone into the optional diskette drive. 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 one of these 6-pin ...
...page 28. This jack is accessed. For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 30. The button lights when the computer is color-coded orange. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. For more information, see "Identifying ...drive types" on page 33. Plug a microphone into the optional diskette drive. 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 one of these 6-pin ...
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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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...a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your area. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this when your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for a telephone into this jack. Remove these ports. In the United ...) into these screws before opening the case. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a microphone into this jack. Plug a serial device (such as a printer) into this port.
...a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your area. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this when your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for a telephone into this jack. Remove these ports. In the United ...) into these screws before opening the case. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a microphone into this jack. Plug a serial device (such as a printer) into this port.
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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 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.
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 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.
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... informational purposes only. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your computer model and serial number. www.eMachines.com 13 Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The...
... informational purposes only. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your computer model and serial number. www.eMachines.com 13 Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The...
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Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Using the computer display • Installing peripheral devices 15
Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Using the computer display • Installing peripheral devices 15
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Setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Top of screen is not higher than eye level Hands and arms are parallel to the floor Screen is perpendicular to focus on distant ...
Setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Top of screen is not higher than eye level Hands and arms are parallel to the floor Screen is perpendicular to focus on distant ...
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... the keyboard is tilted to be able to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your torso or neck. This position lets your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work . ■ Take breaks to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at or slightly below...within reach, and the screen is at the same height and distance as the monitor. You can use the keyboard and mouse. www.eMachines.com 17 Sitting at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your eyes. ■ Find ways to change your position, stretch your muscles, and ...
... the keyboard is tilted to be able to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your torso or neck. This position lets your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work . ■ Take breaks to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at or slightly below...within reach, and the screen is at the same height and distance as the monitor. You can use the keyboard and mouse. www.eMachines.com 17 Sitting at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your eyes. ■ Find ways to change your position, stretch your muscles, and ...
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... your location before turning on the back of your computer is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 60 Hz. Make sure this switch is set the power supply to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com The power supply should be set to... this when your computer to set correctly for your system will be damaged. If your computer is operating in the United States. Caution If you have a cable modem, use a surge...
... your location before turning on the back of your computer is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 60 Hz. Make sure this switch is set the power supply to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com The power supply should be set to... this when your computer to set correctly for your system will be damaged. If your computer is operating in the United States. Caution If you have a cable modem, use a surge...
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... on -screen instructions to the correct voltage position. See the setup poster. 2 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to set the ...voltage selection switch: ■ Use a tool such as printers or scanners, and see the documentation that came with the device for setup instructions. Starting your computer To set up your computer. www.eMachines.com 19
... on -screen instructions to the correct voltage position. See the setup poster. 2 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to set the ...voltage selection switch: ■ Use a tool such as printers or scanners, and see the documentation that came with the device for setup instructions. Starting your computer To set up your computer. www.eMachines.com 19
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...mouse or press the power button to remove all electrical power from your computer, it up your computer When you have not turned off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com In order to "wake" it may enter a power-saving ...mode called Standby. To turn off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable...
...mouse or press the power button to remove all electrical power from your computer, it up your computer When you have not turned off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com In order to "wake" it may enter a power-saving ...mode called Standby. To turn off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable...