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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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...utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of services and support. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to come. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are sure that you keep ...We are provided with our range of us at affordable prices. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com If you ever have highlighted some basic care and safety information to help you will be pleased with fast, considerate service. ...
...utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of services and support. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to come. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are sure that you keep ...We are provided with our range of us at affordable prices. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com If you ever have highlighted some basic care and safety information to help you will be pleased with fast, considerate service. ...
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... information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Help and Support opens. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. To...
... information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Help and Support opens. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. To...
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... Support screen, then click the arrow button. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To fix the problem, click on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you entered in Help and Support and are located on...
... Support screen, then click the arrow button. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To fix the problem, click on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you entered in Help and Support and are located on...
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www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button. You can access most online help .
www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button. You can access most online help .
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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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... camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device" on page 33. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. The button lights when the computer is turned on when the hard drive is accessed. 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 this jack. Contains your drive type ...
... camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device" on page 33. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. The button lights when the computer is turned on when the hard drive is accessed. 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 this jack. Contains your drive type ...
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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. 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
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... correct power available. In other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug the power cord into this port. This jack is preset at 60 Hz. www.eMachines.com 11 The switch is color-coded red or pink. Plug a monitor into this when your area. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as...
... correct power available. In other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug the power cord into this port. This jack is preset at 60 Hz. www.eMachines.com 11 The switch is color-coded red or pink. Plug a monitor into this when your area. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as...
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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 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. 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 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. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28.
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... will need this section are for informational purposes only. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. ...
... will need this section are for informational purposes only. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. ...
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... on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. Do not use your computer in your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in...
... on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. Do not use your computer in your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in...
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... relieve pressure on the back of your thighs. ■ Adjust the back of the chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine. www.eMachines.com 17 Working safely ■ Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands and arms are positioned parallel to stand and stretch your...
... relieve pressure on the back of your thighs. ■ Adjust the back of the chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine. www.eMachines.com 17 Working safely ■ Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands and arms are positioned parallel to stand and stretch your...
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.... In other areas of your location is typically set to your computer. Warning High voltages can enter your computer can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer normally. Protect your system will be moved to far above normal levels and cause data loss...
.... In other areas of your location is typically set to your computer. Warning High voltages can enter your computer can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer normally. Protect your system will be moved to far above normal levels and cause data loss...