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Memory card types 31 Inserting a memory card 32 Using the CD or DVD drive 33 Identifying drive types 33 Inserting a CD or DVD 34 Playing a CD 35 Playing a DVD 35 Creating CDs or DVDs 35 5 ...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 ... 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64 ii www.eMachines.com
Memory card types 31 Inserting a memory card 32 Using the CD or DVD drive 33 Identifying drive types 33 Inserting a CD or DVD 34 Playing a CD 35 Playing a DVD 35 Creating CDs or DVDs 35 5 ...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 ... 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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... on when the hard drive is color-coded orange. This jack is accessed. Turns on drive type). For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 30. 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...
... on when the hard drive is color-coded orange. This jack is accessed. Turns on drive type). For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 30. 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...
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...eMachines.com 31 Using the memory card reader Using the memory card reader You can use the memory card reader to your computer and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular phone. Activity indicator Media reader slots Memory card types The memory card reader supports the following card types: Card Type... Secure Digital™ MultiMediaCard™ SM (SmartMedia™) Memory Stick® Memory Stick PRO™ CompactFlash®...
...eMachines.com 31 Using the memory card reader Using the memory card reader You can use the memory card reader to your computer and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular phone. Activity indicator Media reader slots Memory card types The memory card reader supports the following card types: Card Type... Secure Digital™ MultiMediaCard™ SM (SmartMedia™) Memory Stick® Memory Stick PRO™ CompactFlash®...
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... the illustration below. 50 www.eMachines.com To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on its side. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of memory module for your system board...
... the illustration below. 50 www.eMachines.com To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on its side. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of memory module for your system board...
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Also make sure that your computer is connected to temporarily disable the service. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your computer. Modem (dial-up) See also "Internet" on page 10 to make sure... and not the Ethernet network jack. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all messages are set correctly. 64 www.eMachines.com You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is disabled before using the modem. See "Desktop...
Also make sure that your computer is connected to temporarily disable the service. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your computer. Modem (dial-up) See also "Internet" on page 10 to make sure... and not the Ethernet network jack. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all messages are set correctly. 64 www.eMachines.com You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is disabled before using the modem. See "Desktop...
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... the speakers ■ Make sure that the speakers are turned on page 21. ■ If you may want to add additional memory to press after adding paper. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory. Type the keyword sound troubleshooter in the Search box , then click the arrow. 72 www.eMachines.com
... the speakers ■ Make sure that the speakers are turned on page 21. ■ If you may want to add additional memory to press after adding paper. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory. Type the keyword sound troubleshooter in the Search box , then click the arrow. 72 www.eMachines.com
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... 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... 11 to Ethernet 12 to Ethernet network 27 to Internet 12, 27 to network 12, 27 connections audio in 11 digital camera 9, 11, 28 www.eMachines.com 83
... 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... 11 to Ethernet 12 to Ethernet network 27 to Internet 12, 27 to network 12, 27 connections audio in 11 digital camera 9, 11, 28 www.eMachines.com 83
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... port 9, 11 digital video camera IEEE 1394 port 9, 12 DIMM See memory directional keys 23 diskette drive 30 troubleshooting 59 diskette drive identifying 30 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 59 using 30 display troubleshooting 60 documentation eMachines Web site 3 help 3 Help and Support 3 online help 5 double-...clicking 25 dragging 25 drives CD 9, 33 diskette 30 DVD 9, 33 identifying drive types 33 recordable CD 9, 33 recordable DVD 9, 33 troubleshooting 57, 59, 60, 61 types 33 DSL modem 27 connecting 12 DVD cleaning 44 drive 33 inserting 34 playing 35 recording 35 troubleshooting...
... port 9, 11 digital video camera IEEE 1394 port 9, 12 DIMM See memory directional keys 23 diskette drive 30 troubleshooting 59 diskette drive identifying 30 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 59 using 30 display troubleshooting 60 documentation eMachines Web site 3 help 3 Help and Support 3 online help 5 double-...clicking 25 dragging 25 drives CD 9, 33 diskette 30 DVD 9, 33 identifying drive types 33 recordable CD 9, 33 recordable DVD 9, 33 troubleshooting 57, 59, 60, 61 types 33 DSL modem 27 connecting 12 DVD cleaning 44 drive 33 inserting 34 playing 35 recording 35 troubleshooting...
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... 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 ... 24 selecting screen objects 25 troubleshooting 69 USB port 9, 11 moving pointer 25 screen objects 25 MP3 player memory cards 31 multimedia adjusting volume 21 playing DVD 35 using DVD drive 33 using Windows Media Player 35 muting ...programs 25 shortcut menu 25 P Pad Lock indicator 23 parallel port 11 86 www.eMachines.com
... 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 ... 24 selecting screen objects 25 troubleshooting 69 USB port 9, 11 moving pointer 25 screen objects 25 MP3 player memory cards 31 multimedia adjusting volume 21 playing DVD 35 using DVD drive 33 using Windows Media Player 35 muting ...programs 25 shortcut menu 25 P Pad Lock indicator 23 parallel port 11 86 www.eMachines.com
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 eMachines contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 ...) your computer 19 Using the keyboard 20 Using the mouse 22 Using optical drives 24 Features 24 Loading an optical disc 24 Identifying optical drive types 24 Playing discs 26 Creating discs 27 Using the memory card reader 28 i
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 eMachines contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 ...) your computer 19 Using the keyboard 20 Using the mouse 22 Using optical drives 24 Features 24 Loading an optical disc 24 Identifying optical drive types 24 Playing discs 26 Creating discs 27 Using the memory card reader 28 i
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Contents Memory card types 28 Using a memory card 28 Adjusting the volume 29 Configuring the audio jacks 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 32 Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 33 Preventing static ... Removing the front bezel 36 Closing the case 37 Replacing the front bezel 37 Replacing the side panel 38 Replacing the color panel 38 Installing memory 40 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 42 Replacing the media panel 44 Adding or replacing a hard drive 47 Replacing the heat sink and...
Contents Memory card types 28 Using a memory card 28 Adjusting the volume 29 Configuring the audio jacks 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 32 Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 33 Preventing static ... Removing the front bezel 36 Closing the case 37 Replacing the front bezel 37 Replacing the side panel 38 Replacing the color panel 38 Installing memory 40 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 42 Replacing the media panel 44 Adding or replacing a hard drive 47 Replacing the heat sink and...
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...CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. For more information, see "Identifying optical drive types" on or off. This jack is color-coded pink. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other device into this jack. Press this...mode or Hibernate mode. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into the memory card reader. www.emachines.com Component Icon Optical disc drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this drive to ...
...CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. For more information, see "Identifying optical drive types" on or off. This jack is color-coded pink. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other device into this jack. Press this...mode or Hibernate mode. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into the memory card reader. www.emachines.com Component Icon Optical disc drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this drive to ...
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... transfer pictures from one memory card type to another. To insert a memory card: 1 Insert the memory card into a slot, make sure that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. (Your computer's memory card reader may look different.) Activity indicator Memory card reader slots Memory card types The memory card reader supports several memory card types. Chapter 3: Setting Up...
... transfer pictures from one memory card type to another. To insert a memory card: 1 Insert the memory card into a slot, make sure that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. (Your computer's memory card reader may look different.) Activity indicator Memory card reader slots Memory card types The memory card reader supports several memory card types. Chapter 3: Setting Up...
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... into place. 6 While pressing the bottom center of the color panel against the computer until you install the correct type of the color panel to the right. Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you hear or feel a click, which is now fully locked into place. To install or... tabs of the new color panel up into the slots on the front bezel. 5 Press firmly on the lower left and lower right parts of memory module for your computer on its side. You should press the two points against the front bezel, slide the panel release lever back to engage...
... into place. 6 While pressing the bottom center of the color panel against the computer until you install the correct type of the color panel to the right. Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you hear or feel a click, which is now fully locked into place. To install or... tabs of the new color panel up into the slots on the front bezel. 5 Press firmly on the lower left and lower right parts of memory module for your computer on its side. You should press the two points against the front bezel, slide the panel release lever back to engage...
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... while your computer restarts. Audio See "Sound" on page 24. • Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your drive type, see "Cleaning optical discs" on page 79. To identify your computer. • Some music CDs have a DVD drive...or DVD drive • Make sure that you are listed in alphabetical order. For more information, see "Identifying optical drive types" on page 94. www.emachines.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are trying to play a DVD, make sure that the disc label is configured correctly by following ...
... while your computer restarts. Audio See "Sound" on page 24. • Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your drive type, see "Cleaning optical discs" on page 79. To identify your computer. • Some music CDs have a DVD drive...or DVD drive • Make sure that you are listed in alphabetical order. For more information, see "Identifying optical drive types" on page 94. www.emachines.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are trying to play a DVD, make sure that the disc label is configured correctly by following ...
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... ENTER. You see a "Memory error" message • Use the Memory Diagnostic Tool to inspect your card reader will be re-installed. 86 To run the Memory Diagnostic Tool: • Click (Start), type Memory Diagnostic Tool, then press ENTER. Memory Help For more information about ...manually updating the Program Guide, see your computer. Reboot your computer, and your system memory. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You want...
... ENTER. You see a "Memory error" message • Use the Memory Diagnostic Tool to inspect your card reader will be re-installed. 86 To run the Memory Diagnostic Tool: • Click (Start), type Memory Diagnostic Tool, then press ENTER. Memory Help For more information about ...manually updating the Program Guide, see your computer. Reboot your computer, and your system memory. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You want...
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See the printer documentation for instructions for instructions on installing the printer driver. Type the phrase printer troubleshooter in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 93 You see a "Printer is out of paper" error message • After adding ... additional files to the printer. • If you print large files or many files at one time, you may want to add additional memory to the printer. www.emachines.com 3 Right-click the printer you want to use. To make sure that the printer is not set to work offline. The Control...
See the printer documentation for instructions for instructions on installing the printer driver. Type the phrase printer troubleshooter in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 93 You see a "Printer is out of paper" error message • After adding ... additional files to the printer. • If you print large files or many files at one time, you may want to add additional memory to the printer. www.emachines.com 3 Right-click the printer you want to use. To make sure that the printer is not set to work offline. The Control...
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... 28 replacing expansion 52 slots 28 troubleshooting add-in card 79 troubleshooting Ethernet 78 troubleshooting expansion 79 troubleshooting memory card 86 types of memory cards supported 28 case closing 37 opening 35 CD cleaning 62 copying 27 inserting 24 playing audio 26 recording 27 troubleshooting 75 CD drive adding ...
... 28 replacing expansion 52 slots 28 troubleshooting add-in card 79 troubleshooting Ethernet 78 troubleshooting expansion 79 troubleshooting memory card 86 types of memory cards supported 28 case closing 37 opening 35 CD cleaning 62 copying 27 inserting 24 playing audio 26 recording 27 troubleshooting 75 CD drive adding ...
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www.emachines.com See memory directional keys 21 Disk Cleanup 65 Disk Defragmenter 67 display cleaning 61 troubleshooting 77 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 23 dragging 23 drivers recovery discs ... 52 external audio jack 9 F fan variable-speed 16 faxes troubleshooting 89 files backing up 68 deleting 65 finding 71 opening 23 transferring 70 troubleshooting 79 types 71 finding files 71 files and folders 71 Firewire port 32 folders opening 23 fragmentation 67 front bezel 119
www.emachines.com See memory directional keys 21 Disk Cleanup 65 Disk Defragmenter 67 display cleaning 61 troubleshooting 77 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 23 dragging 23 drivers recovery discs ... 52 external audio jack 9 F fan variable-speed 16 faxes troubleshooting 89 files backing up 68 deleting 65 finding 71 opening 23 transferring 70 troubleshooting 79 types 71 finding files 71 files and folders 71 Firewire port 32 folders opening 23 fragmentation 67 front bezel 119
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www.emachines.com M maintenance backing up files 68 BigFix 63 checking for drive ...69 media card reader 7 media reader See memory card reader memory adding 40 installing 40 replacing 40 troubleshooting 86 memory card reader 7 inserting card 28 locating 6 memory card types supported 28 removing card 29 replacing 44 using 28 Memory Stick 28 microphone jack 7, 9 Microsoft ...moving files from old computer 70 pointer 22, 23 screen objects 23 settings from old computer 70 MP3 player memory cards 28 multimedia adjusting volume 29 playing Blu-ray 27 playing DVD 26 playing HD-DVD 27 using Windows Media...
www.emachines.com M maintenance backing up files 68 BigFix 63 checking for drive ...69 media card reader 7 media reader See memory card reader memory adding 40 installing 40 replacing 40 troubleshooting 86 memory card reader 7 inserting card 28 locating 6 memory card types supported 28 removing card 29 replacing 44 using 28 Memory Stick 28 microphone jack 7, 9 Microsoft ...moving files from old computer 70 pointer 22, 23 screen objects 23 settings from old computer 70 MP3 player memory cards 28 multimedia adjusting volume 29 playing Blu-ray 27 playing DVD 26 playing HD-DVD 27 using Windows Media...