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... 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... 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 ...
... 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... 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 ...
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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 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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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. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack.
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. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack.
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... a built-in Ethernet port. Tips & Tricks You can use your computer's Ethernet jack for more than just networking. www.eMachines.com 27 To connect to a wired Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack computer. Many broadband Internet connections, such as cable modems and DSL modems, connect to your 2 Insert...
... a built-in Ethernet port. Tips & Tricks You can use your computer's Ethernet jack for more than just networking. www.eMachines.com 27 To connect to a wired Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack computer. Many broadband Internet connections, such as cable modems and DSL modems, connect to your 2 Insert...
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... most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the case. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer are ready to use them.... Do not lay components on the cards. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. www.eMachines.com 45 Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. ■ Always hold...
... most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the case. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer are ready to use them.... Do not lay components on the cards. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. www.eMachines.com 45 Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. ■ Always hold...
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... steps" on page 56. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to drain any residual power from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to dangerous...
... steps" on page 56. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to drain any residual power from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to dangerous...
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... correctly. - If you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that the connections have a problem with your modem. Contact your computer 62 www.eMachines.com If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your ISP is plugged into the modem jack and not the... Ethernet network jack. You cannot connect to make sure that the modem cable is having multiple programs open on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web ...
... correctly. - If you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that the connections have a problem with your modem. Contact your computer 62 www.eMachines.com If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your ISP is plugged into the modem jack and not the... Ethernet network jack. You cannot connect to make sure that the modem cable is having multiple programs open on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web ...
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... "Desktop PC Back" on page 62. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all messages are set correctly. 64 www.eMachines.com Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use... surge protectors from 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.
... "Desktop PC Back" on page 62. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all messages are set correctly. 64 www.eMachines.com Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use... surge protectors from 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.
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...computer. Replace any damaged cables. To test the outlet, plug a working correctly. Help and Support For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Many printers have an online/offline button that the printer is unique. Type the keyword...Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Networks You cannot connect to your company network Every network is online. Make sure that it on but will not turn it is connected to the correct port. ■ Make sure that you may need to put the printer online. 70 www.eMachines.com Contact your ...
...computer. Replace any damaged cables. To test the outlet, plug a working correctly. Help and Support For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Many printers have an online/offline button that the printer is unique. Type the keyword...Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Networks You cannot connect to your company network Every network is online. Make sure that it on but will not turn it is connected to the correct port. ■ Make sure that you may need to put the printer online. 70 www.eMachines.com Contact your ...
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...the equipment will provide advance notice in the radio interference regulations of 1991 makes it is Part 68-compliant. In some situations. 78 www.eMachines.com To be certain of the number of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules. Le présent appareil numérique n'é... with USA modems) Your modem complies with a modular plug is designed to be connected to make sure that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety requirements. A telephone line cord with Part 68 of the Code of devices that contains the FCC registration number ...
...the equipment will provide advance notice in the radio interference regulations of 1991 makes it is Part 68-compliant. In some situations. 78 www.eMachines.com To be certain of the number of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules. Le présent appareil numérique n'é... with USA modems) Your modem complies with a modular plug is designed to be connected to make sure that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety requirements. A telephone line cord with Part 68 of the Code of devices that contains the FCC registration number ...
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... 25 closing computer case 48 front bezel 49 unresponsive program 21 connecting modem 26 PS/2 keyboard 11 PS/2 mouse 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
... 25 closing computer case 48 front bezel 49 unresponsive program 21 connecting modem 26 PS/2 keyboard 11 PS/2 mouse 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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...1394 9, 12, 28 keyboard 9, 11 line in 11 line out 11 memory card reader 9 microphone 9, 11 modem 12, 26 monitor 11 mouse 9, 11 network 12, 27 parallel 11 power 11 power cord 11 printer 9, 11 PS/2 keyboard 11 PS/2 mouse 11 scanner 9, 11 serial 11 telephone 11 USB 9, ... 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 ...
...1394 9, 12, 28 keyboard 9, 11 line in 11 line out 11 memory card reader 9 microphone 9, 11 modem 12, 26 monitor 11 mouse 9, 11 network 12, 27 parallel 11 power 11 power cord 11 printer 9, 11 PS/2 keyboard 11 PS/2 mouse 11 scanner 9, 11 serial 11 telephone 11 USB 9, ... 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 ...
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... 31 multimedia adjusting volume 21 playing DVD 35 using DVD drive 33 using Windows Media Player 35 muting sound 21 N navigation keys 23 network jack 27 troubleshooting 70 network jack 12 Norton Antivirus 39 numeric keypad 23 indicator 23 O online help 3, 5 opening computer case 46 files 25 folders 25 front bezel 47...
... 31 multimedia adjusting volume 21 playing DVD 35 using DVD drive 33 using Windows Media Player 35 muting sound 21 N navigation keys 23 network jack 27 troubleshooting 70 network jack 12 Norton Antivirus 39 numeric keypad 23 indicator 23 O online help 3, 5 opening computer case 46 files 25 folders 25 front bezel 47...
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...hard drive 61 Internet connection 62, 66 keyboard 63 LCD 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... protecting against 39 removing with Norton AntiVirus 39 voltage switch 11 volume adjusting 21 adjusting modem 67 controls 21 muting 21 troubleshooting 72 W Web site eMachines 3 Windows Product Key Code 13 Windows key 23 Windows Media Player 35 Windows Update 38 working safely 16 Z Zip drive port 9, 11 88 www...
...hard drive 61 Internet connection 62, 66 keyboard 63 LCD 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... protecting against 39 removing with Norton AntiVirus 39 voltage switch 11 volume adjusting 21 adjusting modem 67 controls 21 muting 21 troubleshooting 72 W Web site eMachines 3 Windows Product Key Code 13 Windows key 23 Windows Media Player 35 Windows Update 38 working safely 16 Z Zip drive port 9, 11 88 www...