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... 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 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 Using the memory card reader 31 www.eMachines.com...
... 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 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 Using the memory card reader 31 www.eMachines.com...
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... 45 Opening the case 46 Removing the side 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 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...
... 45 Opening the case 46 Removing the side 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 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...
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... your model and serial number. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other devices into this jack. The button lights when the computer is color-coded red or pink. For more information, see "Using the diskette drive" on page 30. Plug a microphone into the memory card reader. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access...
... your model and serial number. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other devices into this jack. The button lights when the computer is color-coded red or pink. For more information, see "Using the diskette drive" on page 30. Plug a microphone into the memory card reader. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access...
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.... The switch is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. This jack is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. In the United States, the utility power is color-coded blue. Plug an external audio input source (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack so you can record sound on page...
.... The switch is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. This jack is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. In the United States, the utility power is color-coded blue. Plug an external audio input source (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack so you can record sound on page...
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...'s instructions. Dispose of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Use a battery of the BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Write down your computer, replace the system battery. The main menu of the same size and voltage as the original battery that was in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off your computer. 5 Remove the side panel by the manufacturer. The battery pops out of the socket. 52 www.eMachines...
...'s instructions. Dispose of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Use a battery of the BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Write down your computer, replace the system battery. The main menu of the same size and voltage as the original battery that was in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off your computer. 5 Remove the side panel by the manufacturer. The battery pops out of the socket. 52 www.eMachines...
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
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... a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in a program, see "First steps" on page 56. First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make...
... a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in a program, see "First steps" on page 56. First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make...
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... is set up correctly. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in your residence or at your computer 62 www.eMachines.com See "Desktop PC Back" on page 10 to make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. You cannot connect to the Internet ■ If you are unable to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet...
... is set up correctly. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in your residence or at your computer 62 www.eMachines.com See "Desktop PC Back" on page 10 to make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. You cannot connect to the Internet ■ If you are unable to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet...
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... about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Memory card reader Drive letters for a dial tone by plugging a working telephone into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 62. Also make sure that the modem cable is less than 6 feet (1.8 meters) long. ■ Remove any line splitters or surge protectors from your computer is disabled before using the...
... about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Memory card reader Drive letters for a dial tone by plugging a working telephone into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 62. Also make sure that the modem cable is less than 6 feet (1.8 meters) long. ■ Remove any line splitters or surge protectors from your computer is disabled before using the...
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... Control Panel window opens. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open or the modem has failed to respond, the modem did not pass diagnostics. If information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. The modem is a digital "getting acquainted" conversation between the two modems that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols. www.eMachines...
... Control Panel window opens. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open or the modem has failed to respond, the modem did not pass diagnostics. If information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. The modem is a digital "getting acquainted" conversation between the two modems that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols. www.eMachines...
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.... ■ Non-shielded speakers are most obvious when the monitor displays a white background. If the monitor is turned on degauss, see your computer. ■ Check the cable for bent or damaged pins. ■ Reinstall the device driver. ■ Connect a monitor that the monitor is there a horizontal line or wire visible across the monitor screen? Help and Support For more information on , the power LED should be lit. ■...
.... ■ Non-shielded speakers are most obvious when the monitor displays a white background. If the monitor is turned on degauss, see your computer. ■ Check the cable for bent or damaged pins. ■ Reinstall the device driver. ■ Connect a monitor that the monitor is there a horizontal line or wire visible across the monitor screen? Help and Support For more information on , the power LED should be lit. ■...
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... will not turn it is connected to the correct port. ■ Make sure that the power cable is turned off, then retype the password. To test the outlet, plug a working correctly. Many printers have an online/offline button that you may need to press. ■ Make sure that the printer is unique. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Networks You cannot connect to your company network Every network is online. Type the keyword network troubleshooting in...
... will not turn it is connected to the correct port. ■ Make sure that the power cable is turned off, then retype the password. To test the outlet, plug a working correctly. Many printers have an online/offline button that you may need to press. ■ Make sure that the printer is unique. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Networks You cannot connect to your company network Every network is online. Type the keyword network troubleshooting in...
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... the printer is not set a default printer: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. If your printer for bent or broken pins. ■ If the printer you want to print to is not the default printer, make sure that you want to use. The Control Panel window opens. Troubleshooting ■ Check the cable for instructions on installing the printer driver. The Control Panel window opens. The Printers and Faxes window opens. 3 Right-click the name...
... the printer is not set a default printer: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. If your printer for bent or broken pins. ■ If the printer you want to print to is not the default printer, make sure that you want to use. The Control Panel window opens. Troubleshooting ■ Check the cable for instructions on installing the printer driver. The Control Panel window opens. The Printers and Faxes window opens. 3 Right-click the name...
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... files at one time, you may want to add additional memory to the printer. Help and Support For more information, see the speaker setup poster to check your speaker connections. Type the keyword sound troubleshooter in the Search box , then click the arrow. 72 www.eMachines.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ■ Wait until files have an online/offline button that you need to press after...
... files at one time, you may want to add additional memory to the printer. Help and Support For more information, see the speaker setup poster to check your speaker connections. Type the keyword sound troubleshooter in the Search box , then click the arrow. 72 www.eMachines.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ■ Wait until files have an online/offline button that you need to press after...
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... not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits. Warning When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be fatal. 7 6 5 4 3 1 2 Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground...
... not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits. Warning When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be fatal. 7 6 5 4 3 1 2 Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground...
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... 11 audio playback buttons 23 B battery replacing 52 bezel removing 47 replacing 49 broadband connection 27 connecting 12 buttons 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 recording 35 troubleshooting 57 CD drive identifying 33 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 57 using 33 cellular phone memory cards 31...
... 11 audio playback buttons 23 B battery replacing 52 bezel removing 47 replacing 49 broadband connection 27 connecting 12 buttons 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 recording 35 troubleshooting 57 CD drive identifying 33 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 57 using 33 cellular phone memory cards 31...
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... folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 4 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9 I i.Link port 9, 12, 28 IEEE 1394 port 9, 12, 28 indicators Caps Lock 23 hard drive 9 Num Lock 23 numeric keypad 23 power 9 Scroll Lock 23 installing battery 52 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 front bezel 47 memory...
... folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 4 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9 I i.Link port 9, 12, 28 IEEE 1394 port 9, 12, 28 indicators Caps Lock 23 hard drive 9 Num Lock 23 numeric keypad 23 power 9 Scroll Lock 23 installing battery 52 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 front bezel 47 memory...
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... M maintenance cleaning case 41 cleaning component exteriors 41 cleaning computer display 42 cleaning computer 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 13 model number 13 modem cable 27 connecting 26 DSL 27 jack 12, 26 protecting from power surge 18 troubleshooting 64 monitor cleaning 42 port...
... M maintenance cleaning case 41 cleaning component exteriors 41 cleaning computer display 42 cleaning computer 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 13 model number 13 modem cable 27 connecting 26 DSL 27 jack 12, 26 protecting from power surge 18 troubleshooting 64 monitor cleaning 42 port...
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... memory cards 31 peripheral devices 28 playing audio CD 35 DVD 35 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70 USB port 9, 11 programs closing unresponsive 21 opening 25 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 11 R RAM See memory rebooting...
... memory cards 31 peripheral devices 28 playing audio CD 35 DVD 35 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70 USB port 9, 11 programs closing unresponsive 21 opening 25 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 11 R RAM See memory rebooting...
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... 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 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video...
... 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 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video...