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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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... considerate service. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to familiarize yourself with the ... you are sure that you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. If you will provide you keep your new computer. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will...
... considerate service. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to familiarize yourself with the ... you are sure that you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. If you will provide you keep your new computer. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will...
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... Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 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... index. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at...
... Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 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... index. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at...
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... blue taskbar icon. BigFix BigFix monitors your search results, click the results header for problems and conflicts. To view a list of your computer for the type of any Help and 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 These topics are located in the Search Results list. For each search, you want to open BigFix. To learn more about the latest...
... blue taskbar icon. BigFix BigFix monitors your search results, click the results header for problems and conflicts. To view a list of your computer for the type of any Help and 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 These topics are located in the Search Results list. For each search, you want to open BigFix. To learn more about the latest...
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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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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 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.
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... optional diskette drive. Contains information about your drive, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on . This jack is turned on page 28. www.eMachines.com 9 This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. To identify your model and serial number. Contains your drive type and... indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Icon Description Use this jack. The button lights when the computer is color-coded red or pink.
... optional diskette drive. Contains information about your drive, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on . This jack is turned on page 28. www.eMachines.com 9 This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. To identify your model and serial number. Contains your drive type and... indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Icon Description Use this jack. The button lights when the computer is color-coded red or pink.
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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 Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components.
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 Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components.
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... into this port. Plug a microphone into this port. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this connector. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard... into this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your computer. Plug a parallel device (such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. This jack is preset at the...
... into this port. Plug a microphone into this port. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this connector. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard... into this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your computer. Plug a parallel device (such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. This jack is preset at the...
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Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com 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 one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a modem cable into this jack.
Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com 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 one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a modem cable into this jack.
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... Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Identifying your model...
... Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Identifying your model...
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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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...screen and light shining directly into your eyes. ■ Position the computer desk and monitor so you maintain good posture. ■ Select a...and comfortable work area. Look away from your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the ...Working safely Before using your computer occasionally, and try to focus on distant objects. Setting up your computer desk and chair When you... area and avoiding discomfort and strain. Do not use your computer in your computer screen for your eyes. Reduce glare by installing shades or ...
...screen and light shining directly into your eyes. ■ Position the computer desk and monitor so you maintain good posture. ■ Select a...and comfortable work area. Look away from your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the ...Working safely Before using your computer occasionally, and try to focus on distant objects. Setting up your computer desk and chair When you... area and avoiding discomfort and strain. Do not use your computer in your computer screen for your eyes. Reduce glare by installing shades or ...
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... weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your chair so the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow. www.eMachines.com 17 Sit with your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you type. ■ Adjust the chair height, adjust... to the floor when you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. You can use the keyboard and mouse. Setting up your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. You should be perpendicular to your line of sight. ■ Place your...
... weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your chair so the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow. www.eMachines.com 17 Sit with your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you type. ■ Adjust the chair height, adjust... to the floor when you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. You can use the keyboard and mouse. Setting up your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. You should be perpendicular to your line of sight. ■ Place your...
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... is integrated into your computer can enter your computer during a power failure. Use the power selection switch on your computer. Make sure this when your computer is typically set at the factory. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com The power supply... should be moved to your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Warning High voltages can increase to this switch is set...
... is integrated into your computer can enter your computer during a power failure. Use the power selection switch on your computer. Make sure this when your computer is typically set at the factory. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com The power supply... should be moved to your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Warning High voltages can increase to this switch is set...
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Voltage selection switch Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to set up your computer. 4 Turn on -screen instructions to your computer 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. 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...
Voltage selection switch Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to set up your computer. 4 Turn on -screen instructions to your computer 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. 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...
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... remain energized. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . In order to remove all electrical power from your computer is in Standby, the power indicator flashes. If your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and...your computer will not be used your computer for several minutes or have not used for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com Windows shuts down and turns off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. To turn off your computer, it up your computer When...
... remain energized. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . In order to remove all electrical power from your computer is in Standby, the power indicator flashes. If your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and...your computer will not be used your computer for several minutes or have not used for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com Windows shuts down and turns off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. To turn off your computer, it up your computer When...