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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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...service. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! eMachines stands behind our value proposition to ensure that you keep your new computer. You have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through ...-class service and support in good operating condition. If you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be ...
...service. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! eMachines stands behind our value proposition to ensure that you keep your new computer. You have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through ...-class service and support in good operating condition. If you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be ...
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.../support/. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help and Support opens. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current...
.../support/. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help and Support opens. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current...
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...search topic. ■ Full-text Search Matches - You must be connected to the Internet to open BigFix. To view a list of your computer for problems and conflicts. These topics are located in Help and Support and are located on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you.... ■ Microsoft Knowledge Base - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To fix the problem, click on the Internet. These topics are located in Help and Support and contain the words you by flashing the...
...search topic. ■ Full-text Search Matches - You must be connected to the Internet to open BigFix. To view a list of your computer for problems and conflicts. These topics are located in Help and Support and are located on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you.... ■ Microsoft Knowledge Base - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To fix the problem, click on the Internet. These topics are located in Help and Support and contain the words you by flashing 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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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... Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the optional diskette drive. Contains information about your model and serial number. www.eMachines.com 9 For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on . This jack is color-coded orange. For more information about how to...This jack is color-coded red or pink. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. The button lights when the computer is accessed. To identify your drive type and for more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner...
... Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the optional diskette drive. Contains information about your model and serial number. www.eMachines.com 9 For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on . This jack is color-coded orange. For more information about how to...This jack is color-coded red or pink. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. The button lights when the computer is accessed. To identify your drive type and for more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner...
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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. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch is in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into... into this port. Plug a monitor into this port. If your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for your computer. PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output (Line out) jack Audio... This jack is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. www.eMachines.com 11
... on page 28. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch is in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into... into this port. Plug a monitor into this port. If your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for your computer. PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output (Line out) jack Audio... This jack is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. www.eMachines.com 11
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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. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. 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 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. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. 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
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... label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are ...for informational purposes only. 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. ...
... label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are ...for informational purposes only. 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. ...
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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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...sight Feet are parallel to focus on distant objects. Do not use your computer in your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Look away from your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk is perpendicular to your line ...indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on your eyes. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer occasionally, and try to the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on your screen and light ...
...sight Feet are parallel to focus on distant objects. Do not use your computer in your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Look away from your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk is perpendicular to your line ...indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on your eyes. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer occasionally, and try to the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on your screen and light ...
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... your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your chair so the keyboard is at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. This position lets your shoulders relax while you use the...distance. Sitting at or slightly below the level of your elbow. Working safely ■ Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands and arms are positioned parallel to the floor when you type. ■ Adjust the chair... chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine. www.eMachines.com 17 You can use a pillow or cushion to provide extra back support.
... your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your chair so the keyboard is at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. This position lets your shoulders relax while you use the...distance. Sitting at or slightly below the level of your elbow. Working safely ■ Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands and arms are positioned parallel to the floor when you type. ■ Adjust the chair... chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine. www.eMachines.com 17 You can use a pillow or cushion to provide extra back support.
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... is operating in the United States. If you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Although you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that...
... is operating in the United States. If you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Although you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that...
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See the setup poster. 2 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set the voltage selection switch: ■ Use a tool such as printers or scanners, and see ...the documentation that came with the device for setup instructions. Voltage selection switch Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to your computer. www.eMachines.com 19 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...
See the setup poster. 2 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set the voltage selection switch: ■ Use a tool such as printers or scanners, and see ...the documentation that came with the device for setup instructions. Voltage selection switch Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to your computer. www.eMachines.com 19 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...
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... about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Important If for long periods. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. Windows shuts down and turns off your...
... about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Important If for long periods. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. Windows shuts down and turns off your...