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...you will provide you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Please read this manual carefully to help you keep your new computer. We have highlighted... some basic care and safety information to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. eMachines stands behind our value proposition ...
...you will provide you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Please read this manual carefully to help you keep your new computer. We have highlighted... some basic care and safety information to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. eMachines stands behind our value proposition ...
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... disc in the tray with the label facing up. Important When you want to close the tray. 34 www.eMachines.com Chapter 4: Using Drives and Ports Inserting a CD or DVD Activity indicator Manual eject hole (location varies) (location varies) Eject button Important Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not...
... disc in the tray with the label facing up. Important When you want to close the tray. 34 www.eMachines.com Chapter 4: Using Drives and Ports Inserting a CD or DVD Activity indicator Manual eject hole (location varies) (location varies) Eject button Important Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not...
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... precaution may be particularly important in these components are connected together. Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of any eMachines product during a lightning storm or when it is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. ... authority or an electrician, as "Class 1 Laser Products" under a US Department of terminals allowed to be connected to this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Should the unit ever need servicing, contact an authorized service location. Warning To avoid electrical ...
... precaution may be particularly important in these components are connected together. Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of any eMachines product during a lightning storm or when it is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. ... authority or an electrician, as "Class 1 Laser Products" under a US Department of terminals allowed to be connected to this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Should the unit ever need servicing, contact an authorized service location. Warning To avoid electrical ...
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... and other intellectual property rights owned by any means or in any form, without notices or obligation. © 2004 eMachines, Inc. Use of Gateway, Inc. However, changes are trademarks or registered trademarks of this publication at www.gateway.com. In ...eMachines, stylized "e" and fi gure logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of certain U.S. Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for identification purposes only, and may be reproduced or transmitted by Macrovision Corporation and other product names mentioned herein are incorporated in this manual...
... and other intellectual property rights owned by any means or in any form, without notices or obligation. © 2004 eMachines, Inc. Use of Gateway, Inc. However, changes are trademarks or registered trademarks of this publication at www.gateway.com. In ...eMachines, stylized "e" and fi gure logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of certain U.S. Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for identification purposes only, and may be reproduced or transmitted by Macrovision Corporation and other product names mentioned herein are incorporated in this manual...
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www.emachines.com Deleting unnecessary files 65 Checking the hard drive for errors 66 Defragmenting the hard drive 67 Backing up files 68 Scheduling maintenance tasks 69 Moving from your old computer 70 Transferring files and settings automatically 70 Transferring files and settings manually 70 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 73 Safety guidelines 74 First steps...
www.emachines.com Deleting unnecessary files 65 Checking the hard drive for errors 66 Defragmenting the hard drive 67 Backing up files 68 Scheduling maintenance tasks 69 Moving from your old computer 70 Transferring files and settings automatically 70 Transferring files and settings manually 70 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 73 Safety guidelines 74 First steps...
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... User Guide is an in this guide may look different than your online User Guide. The Support page also has links to your model of eMachines computer. Chapter 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on the following topics: • ... customizing Windows and other computer information, see your computer because hardware options and port locations may vary. Some illustrations in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to additional eMachines documentation and detailed specifications.
... User Guide is an in this guide may look different than your online User Guide. The Support page also has links to your model of eMachines computer. Chapter 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on the following topics: • ... customizing Windows and other computer information, see your computer because hardware options and port locations may vary. Some illustrations in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to additional eMachines documentation and detailed specifications.
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... files in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Moving from your old computer Transferring files and settings automatically You can manually transfer your data by copying them to removable media, such as display, Internet, and e-mail settings) from your old computer: 1 If you want to ... All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click Windows Easy Transfer. Important If your old computer does not use Windows XP or Windows Vista, you must manually move your personal data files by using a writeable disc, flash drive, or external hard drive.
... files in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Moving from your old computer Transferring files and settings automatically You can manually transfer your data by copying them to removable media, such as display, Internet, and e-mail settings) from your old computer: 1 If you want to ... All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click Windows Easy Transfer. Important If your old computer does not use Windows XP or Windows Vista, you must manually move your personal data files by using a writeable disc, flash drive, or external hard drive.
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... will be re-installed. 86 The non-Media Center computer must be connected to the Internet to the computer. Memory Help For more information about manually updating the Program Guide, see a "Not enough memory" error message • Close all programs, then restart your computer. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You want to play recorded...
... will be re-installed. 86 The non-Media Center computer must be connected to the Internet to the computer. Memory Help For more information about manually updating the Program Guide, see a "Not enough memory" error message • Close all programs, then restart your computer. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You want to play recorded...
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... Microsoft System Restore: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. For instructions, see "Manually creating a restore point" on page 101. To restore using Microsoft System Restore, click Start, then click Help and Support. The Backup...99 Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each time you can also create a restore point manually. www.emachines.com Using Microsoft System Restore Microsoft System Restore periodically takes "snapshots" of these restore points to get your system settings...
... Microsoft System Restore: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. For instructions, see "Manually creating a restore point" on page 101. To restore using Microsoft System Restore, click Start, then click Help and Support. The Backup...99 Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each time you can also create a restore point manually. www.emachines.com Using Microsoft System Restore Microsoft System Restore periodically takes "snapshots" of these restore points to get your system settings...
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The restore point is created. 5 Click OK. 101 The Create a restore point dialog box opens. 4 Type a description for the restore point (such as the date and time), then click Create. The System Properties dialog box opens to the System Protection tab. 3 Click Create. www.emachines.com Manually creating a restore point To manually create a restore point: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. The Backup and Restore Center opens. 2 On the left side of the window, click Create a restore point or change settings, then click Next.
The restore point is created. 5 Click OK. 101 The Create a restore point dialog box opens. 4 Type a description for the restore point (such as the date and time), then click Create. The System Properties dialog box opens to the System Protection tab. 3 Click Create. www.emachines.com Manually creating a restore point To manually create a restore point: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. The Backup and Restore Center opens. 2 On the left side of the window, click Create a restore point or change settings, then click Next.
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...Laser safety statement Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard. All eMachines systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with a single-line individual service may be particularly important in the radio interference regulations..., if present, are classified as "Class 1 Laser Products" under a US Department of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in some cases, the inside wiring associated with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The equipment must also be...
...Laser safety statement Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard. All eMachines systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with a single-line individual service may be particularly important in the radio interference regulations..., if present, are classified as "Class 1 Laser Products" under a US Department of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in some cases, the inside wiring associated with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The equipment must also be...
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...or obligation. 114 However, changes are highly recoverable, recyclable, and reusable. For the latest product updates, consult the eMachines Web site at any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Substances such as WEEE) should never be "traded in" ... following information on how you , "take it may improve and/or change products described in this publication at www.emachines.com. With your effort. The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is not responsible for recycling. • In some cases, your "end of in...
...or obligation. 114 However, changes are highly recoverable, recyclable, and reusable. For the latest product updates, consult the eMachines Web site at any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Substances such as WEEE) should never be "traded in" ... following information on how you , "take it may improve and/or change products described in this publication at www.emachines.com. With your effort. The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is not responsible for recycling. • In some cases, your "end of in...
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... and support in good operating condition. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. We sincerely hope that you quickly discover and use the many features of your eMachines computer. Use Help and Support to answer questions about Windows... to familiarize yourself with our range of help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Visit the eMachines Web support site at www.emachines.com. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that...
... and support in good operating condition. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. We sincerely hope that you quickly discover and use the many features of your eMachines computer. Use Help and Support to answer questions about Windows... to familiarize yourself with our range of help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Visit the eMachines Web support site at www.emachines.com. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that...
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... to talk to each computer you plan to set up in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Connect to an available network • Manually add a wireless Ethernet network • Connecting to your router's documentation. For instructions, see your network, click Start, then click Help and Support. All the computers...
... to talk to each computer you plan to set up in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Connect to an available network • Manually add a wireless Ethernet network • Connecting to your router's documentation. For instructions, see your network, click Start, then click Help and Support. All the computers...
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... virus definitions. If you turn off this automatic feature, you are connected to the Internet. 2 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. www.emachines.com Updating your virus definitions McAfee is set up to automatically retrieve the latest virus definitions from the Internet and install them on your computer... McAfee SecurityCenter. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 3 Click Update. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 61 Configuring McAfee VirusScan You can also configure the types of files that you should manually update your subscription.
... virus definitions. If you turn off this automatic feature, you are connected to the Internet. 2 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. www.emachines.com Updating your virus definitions McAfee is set up to automatically retrieve the latest virus definitions from the Internet and install them on your computer... McAfee SecurityCenter. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 3 Click Update. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 61 Configuring McAfee VirusScan You can also configure the types of files that you should manually update your subscription.
