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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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... with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. 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 our customers - You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated...
... with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. 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 our customers - You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated...
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... a search, or browsing the index. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. 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...
... a search, or browsing the index. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. 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...
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...-text Search Matches - These topics are relevant to view. To view a list of your computer for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com You must be connected to the Internet to open BigFix. These topics are...
...-text Search Matches - These topics are relevant to view. To view a list of your computer for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com You must be connected to the Internet to open BigFix. These topics are...
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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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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. 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.
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...these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or...information about your model and serial number. Contains your drive, see "Identifying drive types" on drive type). www.eMachines.com 9 The button lights when the computer is accessed. This jack is color-coded red or pink. For more information, see "Using the diskette drive...
...these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or...information about your model and serial number. Contains your drive, see "Identifying drive types" on drive type). www.eMachines.com 9 The button lights when the computer is accessed. This jack is color-coded red or pink. For more information, see "Using the diskette drive...
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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 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.
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..." on page 28. Plug an external audio input source (such as a digital camera) into this jack so you can record sound on your computer. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is in the United States. ..., see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other areas of the world, such as a printer) into this jack. If your computer is color-coded lime green. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug the power cord into this port. This jack is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews ...
..." on page 28. Plug an external audio input source (such as a digital camera) into this jack so you can record sound on your computer. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is in the United States. ..., see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other areas of the world, such as a printer) into this jack. If your computer is color-coded lime green. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug the power cord into this port. This jack is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews ...
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Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. 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 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.
Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. 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 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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... your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer includes the product key code for informational purposes only. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The...
... your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer includes the product key code for informational purposes only. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The...
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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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... comfortable work area. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk is perpendicular to focus on your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Look away from your eyes. Top of screen is not...
... comfortable work area. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk is perpendicular to focus on your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Look away from your eyes. Top of screen is not...
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...to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your line of tasks. You should be perpendicular to the floor when you use the keyboard and mouse. www.eMachines.com 17 Make sure that is at a comfortable distance. Avoiding ...when you work day, and schedule a variety of sight. ■ Place your keyboard and mouse at or slightly below the level of the computer desk so your chair so the keyboard is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your hands and ...
...to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your line of tasks. You should be perpendicular to the floor when you use the keyboard and mouse. www.eMachines.com 17 Make sure that is at a comfortable distance. Avoiding ...when you work day, and schedule a variety of sight. ■ Place your keyboard and mouse at or slightly below the level of the computer desk so your chair so the keyboard is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your hands and ...
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... normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Warning High voltages can enter your computer can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com If you run your computer for your environment, check the voltage selection switch. Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching... your computer. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is typically set the power supply to the system board...
... normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Warning High voltages can enter your computer can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com If you run your computer for your environment, check the voltage selection switch. Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching... your computer. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is typically set the power supply to the system board...
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... Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to set the voltage selection switch: ■ Use a tool such as printers or scanners, and see the documentation that came with the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to your computer. Starting your computer To set... up your computer. 4 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the ...
... Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to set the voltage selection switch: ■ Use a tool such as printers or scanners, and see the documentation that came with the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to your computer. Starting your computer To set... up your computer. 4 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the ...
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... you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in Windows to turn off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. We recommend...
... you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in Windows to turn off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. We recommend...