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... 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22 Standard keyboard 22 Keyboard features 23 Using the mouse 24 Connecting the modem 26 Connecting to a wired Ethernet network 27 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...
... 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22 Standard keyboard 22 Keyboard features 23 Using the mouse 24 Connecting the modem 26 Connecting to a wired Ethernet network 27 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...
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... 45 Opening the case 46 Removing the side panel 46 Removing the front bezel 47 Closing the case 48 Replacing the side panel 48 Replacing the front bezel 49 Installing memory 50 Replacing the system battery 52 6 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...
... 45 Opening the case 46 Removing the side panel 46 Removing the front bezel 47 Closing the case 48 Replacing the side panel 48 Replacing the front bezel 49 Installing memory 50 Replacing the system battery 52 6 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...
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... DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Icon Description Use this port. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 31. Turns on . This jack is color-coded orange. www.eMachines.com 9 Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a USB...
... DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Icon Description Use this port. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 31. Turns on . This jack is color-coded orange. www.eMachines.com 9 Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a USB...
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... opening the case. In the United States, the utility power is color-coded red or pink. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a stereo) into this port. This jack is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this connector. The power supply should be set to 230. This jack is preset at 50 Hz. The switch is color-coded lime green. Plug a serial device (such as Europe, the utility power...
... opening the case. In the United States, the utility power is color-coded red or pink. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a stereo) into this port. This jack is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this connector. The power supply should be set to 230. This jack is preset at 50 Hz. The switch is color-coded lime green. Plug a serial device (such as Europe, the utility power...
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....eMachines.com To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 7 Locate the old battery on its orientation. Dispose of the BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Write down all the values in the menus and submenus, then exit from the illustration below. 8 Push the battery release tab. The main menu of used batteries following the instructions in "Removing the side panel...
....eMachines.com To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 7 Locate the old battery on its orientation. Dispose of the BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Write down all the values in the menus and submenus, then exit from the illustration below. 8 Push the battery release tab. The main menu of used batteries following the instructions in "Removing the side panel...
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
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... 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 device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that your hard drive is turned on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in the Search...
... 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 device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that your hard drive is turned on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in the Search...
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... Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: ■ The condition of graphics and multimedia on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having multiple programs open the browser. You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are unable to which you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the Ethernet network...
... Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: ■ The condition of graphics and multimedia on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having multiple programs open the browser. You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are unable to which you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the Ethernet network...
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You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use a third-party diagnostic program to temporarily disable the service. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for a dial tone by plugging a working telephone into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. Also make sure that the connections have additional telephone...
You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use a third-party diagnostic program to temporarily disable the service. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for a dial tone by plugging a working telephone into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. Also make sure that the connections have additional telephone...
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..., then click Properties. www.eMachines.com 67 The Control Panel window opens. To turn down the modem volume: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Handshaking is noisy when it dials and connects When your modem tries to connect to respond, the modem did not pass diagnostics. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open or the modem has...
..., then click Properties. www.eMachines.com 67 The Control Panel window opens. To turn down the modem volume: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Handshaking is noisy when it dials and connects When your modem tries to connect to respond, the modem did not pass diagnostics. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open or the modem has...
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.... ■ You demagnetize the screen using the monitor's degauss feature. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Monitor The screen resolution is not correct Change the screen resolution from the lower screen edge, to stabilize the internal aperture grille. Help and Support For more light to pass through the screen for bent or damaged pins. ■ Reinstall the device driver. ■ Connect a monitor that : ■ The monitor warms up from the Display Properties dialog box.
.... ■ You demagnetize the screen using the monitor's degauss feature. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Monitor The screen resolution is not correct Change the screen resolution from the lower screen edge, to stabilize the internal aperture grille. Help and Support For more light to pass through the screen for bent or damaged pins. ■ Reinstall the device driver. ■ Connect a monitor that : ■ The monitor warms up from the Display Properties dialog box.
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... printer can start printing. Type the keyword network troubleshooting in the Search box , then click the arrow. The printer is on but will not turn it is connected to the correct port. ■ Make sure that the printer is online. Press the button to your computer. ■ If your password Make sure that the power cord is turned off, then retype the password. Passwords Your...
... printer can start printing. Type the keyword network troubleshooting in the Search box , then click the arrow. The printer is on but will not turn it is connected to the correct port. ■ Make sure that the printer is online. Press the button to your computer. ■ If your password Make sure that the power cord is turned off, then retype the password. Passwords Your...
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... troubleshooter in the printer setup. If the menu shows a check mark next to Use Printer Offline, click Use Printer Offline to clear the check mark. The Control Panel window opens. Troubleshooting ■ Check the cable for bent or broken pins. ■ If the printer you want to print to is not the default printer, make sure that came with your printer for instructions on installing the printer driver...
... troubleshooter in the printer setup. If the menu shows a check mark next to Use Printer Offline, click Use Printer Offline to clear the check mark. The Control Panel window opens. Troubleshooting ■ Check the cable for bent or broken pins. ■ If the printer you want to print to is not the default printer, make sure that came with your printer for instructions on installing the printer driver...
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... the speaker setup poster to check your speaker connections. Help and Support For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on . ■ Make sure that the printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that the volume controls are turned up. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ■ Wait until files have an online/offline button that mute controls are using external speakers, see a "Printer is online. Sound You...
... the speaker setup poster to check your speaker connections. Help and Support For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on . ■ Make sure that the printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that the volume controls are turned up. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ■ Wait until files have an online/offline button that mute controls are using external speakers, see a "Printer is online. Sound You...
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... grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) 6 Ground clamp 7 Antenna lead-in wire 80 www.eMachines.com Appendix A: Power lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could be...
... grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) 6 Ground clamp 7 Antenna lead-in wire 80 www.eMachines.com Appendix A: Power lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could be...
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... 11 audio playback buttons 23 B battery replacing 52 bezel removing 47 replacing 49 broadband connection 27 connecting 12 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 27 connecting 12 Caps Lock indicator 23 cards inserting memory card 32 installing memory card 32 removing memory card 32 slots 31 troubleshooting add-in card 57 troubleshooting memory card 64 types of memory cards supported 31 case closing 48 opening 46 CD cleaning 44 inserting 34 playing audio 35 recording 35 troubleshooting 57 CD drive identifying 33 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 57 using 33 cellular phone memory cards 31...
... 11 audio playback buttons 23 B battery replacing 52 bezel removing 47 replacing 49 broadband connection 27 connecting 12 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 27 connecting 12 Caps Lock indicator 23 cards inserting memory card 32 installing memory card 32 removing memory card 32 slots 31 troubleshooting add-in card 57 troubleshooting memory card 64 types of memory cards supported 31 case closing 48 opening 46 CD cleaning 44 inserting 34 playing audio 35 recording 35 troubleshooting 57 CD drive identifying 33 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 57 using 33 cellular phone memory cards 31...
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... folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 4 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9 I i.Link port 9, 12, 28 IEEE 1394 port 9, 12, 28 indicators Caps Lock 23 hard drive 9 Num Lock 23 numeric keypad 23 power 9 Scroll Lock 23 installing battery 52 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 front bezel 47 memory...
... folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 4 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9 I i.Link port 9, 12, 28 IEEE 1394 port 9, 12, 28 indicators Caps Lock 23 hard drive 9 Num Lock 23 numeric keypad 23 power 9 Scroll Lock 23 installing battery 52 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 front bezel 47 memory...
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... M maintenance cleaning case 41 cleaning component exteriors 41 cleaning computer display 42 cleaning computer screen 42 cleaning keyboard 42 cleaning mouse 42 protecting from viruses 39 memory adding 50 installing 50 replacing 50 troubleshooting 64 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 31 using 31 microphone jack 9, 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 model number 13 modem cable 27 connecting 26 DSL 27 jack 12, 26 protecting from power surge 18 troubleshooting 64 monitor cleaning 42 port...
... M maintenance cleaning case 41 cleaning component exteriors 41 cleaning computer display 42 cleaning computer screen 42 cleaning keyboard 42 cleaning mouse 42 protecting from viruses 39 memory adding 50 installing 50 replacing 50 troubleshooting 64 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 31 using 31 microphone jack 9, 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 model number 13 modem cable 27 connecting 26 DSL 27 jack 12, 26 protecting from power surge 18 troubleshooting 64 monitor cleaning 42 port...
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... memory cards 31 peripheral devices 28 playing audio CD 35 DVD 35 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70 USB port 9, 11 programs closing unresponsive 21 opening 25 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 11 R RAM See memory rebooting...
... memory cards 31 peripheral devices 28 playing audio CD 35 DVD 35 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70 USB port 9, 11 programs closing unresponsive 21 opening 25 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 11 R RAM See memory rebooting...
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... panel 60, 68 memory 64 memory card reader 64 modem 64 monitor 68 mouse 69 network 70 passwords 70 power 70 printer 70 safety guidelines 56 screen 60, 68 screen area 68 screen resolution 68 technical support 73 telephone support 73 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video...
... panel 60, 68 memory 64 memory card reader 64 modem 64 monitor 68 mouse 69 network 70 passwords 70 power 70 printer 70 safety guidelines 56 screen 60, 68 screen area 68 screen resolution 68 technical support 73 telephone support 73 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video...