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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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... customer service department will provide you for years to our customers - Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com eMachines stands behind our value proposition to come. We sincerely hope that you will be...
... customer service department will provide you for years to our customers - Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com eMachines stands behind our value proposition to come. We sincerely hope that you will be...
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... current drivers, product specifications, and information about Windows and to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Use Help and Support to help you quickly discover and use the many...
... current drivers, product specifications, and information about Windows and to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Use Help and Support to help you quickly discover and use the many...
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... the Internet. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are located on that icon to your computer for problems and conflicts. These topics are relevant to open BigFix. To view a list of your search results, click the...
... the Internet. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are located on that icon to your computer for problems and conflicts. These topics are relevant to open BigFix. To view a list of your search results, click the...
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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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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. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
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... peripheral device" on . Plug a microphone into this button to turn the power on or off. Contains information about your model and serial number. www.eMachines.com 9 Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive,...-coded red or pink. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on drive type). The button lights when the computer is accessed. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into one of these 6-...
... peripheral device" on . Plug a microphone into this button to turn the power on or off. Contains information about your model and serial number. www.eMachines.com 9 Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive,...-coded red or pink. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on drive type). The button lights when the computer is accessed. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into one of these 6-...
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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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components.
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...see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as this when your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page..., such as a digital camera) into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer. In other peripheral device" on your computer, make sure that this switch is color-coded red or pink...
...see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as this when your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page..., such as a digital camera) into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer. In other peripheral device" on your computer, make sure that this switch is color-coded red or pink...
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Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a modem cable 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 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 one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a modem cable 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 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28.
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... for informational purposes only. Identifying your model Identifying your operating system. 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 model and serial number. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Label information varies by...
... for informational purposes only. Identifying your model Identifying your operating system. 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 model and serial number. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Label information varies by...
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 14 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 14 www.eMachines.com
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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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... Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair When you can avoid glare on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. Do not use your computer in your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Top of screen is not higher... than eye level Hands and arms are setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk is the appropriate height ...
... Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair When you can avoid glare on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. Do not use your computer in your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Top of screen is not higher... than eye level Hands and arms are setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk is the appropriate height ...
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...use the keyboard and mouse. Make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work . ■ Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your shoulders ...relax while you use a pillow or cushion to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at or slightly below the level of tasks. www.eMachines...
...use the keyboard and mouse. Make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the work . ■ Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your shoulders ...relax while you use a pillow or cushion to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at or slightly below the level of tasks. www.eMachines...
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...location is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. If you run your computer long enough to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Although you cannot run your computer normally. Use the power selection switch on your system will be... set at the factory. Protect your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which ...
...location is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. If you run your computer long enough to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Although you cannot run your computer normally. Use the power selection switch on your system will be... set at the factory. Protect your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which ...
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www.eMachines.com 19 See the setup poster. 2 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. Starting your computer To set up your computer. 4 Turn on -screen...
www.eMachines.com 19 See the setup poster. 2 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. Starting your computer To set up your computer. 4 Turn on -screen...
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... cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer, certain components in the power supply and system board remain energized. In order to "wake" it up your computer When you turn off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking... up . Windows shuts down and turns off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. If your computer. To turn off your computer, press and hold the power...
... cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer, certain components in the power supply and system board remain energized. In order to "wake" it up your computer When you turn off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking... up . Windows shuts down and turns off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. If your computer. To turn off your computer, press and hold the power...