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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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... condition. Thanks again, from your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com You have highlighted some basic care and safety information to help you keep your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We sincerely hope that you will... be pleased with our range of your new computer. Please read this manual carefully to familiarize yourself with the outstanding quality...
... condition. Thanks again, from your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com You have highlighted some basic care and safety information to help you keep your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We sincerely hope that you will... be pleased with our range of your new computer. Please read this manual carefully to familiarize yourself with the outstanding quality...
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... information about Windows and to help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Help and Support opens. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your...
... information about Windows and to help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Help and Support opens. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your...
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...screen, then click the arrow button. To view a topic, click the topic name in Help and Support and are relevant to your computer for and access these topics. For each search, you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ...■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - To learn more about the ...
...screen, then click the arrow button. To view a topic, click the topic name in Help and Support and are relevant to your computer for and access these topics. For each search, you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ...■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - To learn more about 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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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. 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.
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...microphone into this button to turn the power on drive type). Contains information about your model and serial number. www.eMachines.com 9 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device... see "Using the diskette drive" on page 28. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such...digital camcorder) into the optional diskette drive. The button lights when the computer is accessed.
...microphone into this button to turn the power on drive type). Contains information about your model and serial number. www.eMachines.com 9 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device... see "Using the diskette drive" on page 28. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such...digital camcorder) into the optional diskette drive. The button lights when the computer is accessed.
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. 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 Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. 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 Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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... input (Line in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. Remove these ports. If your computer is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. For more information, see "Installing ...a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for your area...
... input (Line in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. Remove these ports. If your computer is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. For more information, see "Installing ...a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for your area...
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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. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. 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 modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28.
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... Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. 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. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important...
... Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. 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. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important...
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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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... Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Do not use your computer in your computer occasionally, and try to the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on...
... Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Do not use your computer in your computer occasionally, and try to the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on...
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...the back of your thighs. ■ Adjust the back of the chair so it supports the lower curve of your torso or neck. www.eMachines.com 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain ■ Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition. ■ Take breaks to change your ...monitor controls are within reach, and the screen is tilted to be able to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. You should be perpendicular to provide extra back support. Sitting at the same height and ...
...the back of your thighs. ■ Adjust the back of the chair so it supports the lower curve of your torso or neck. www.eMachines.com 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain ■ Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition. ■ Take breaks to change your ...monitor controls are within reach, and the screen is tilted to be able to reach them without stretching. ■ Set paper holders at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. You should be perpendicular to provide extra back support. Sitting at the same height and ...
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...If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that your system has the correct setting for an extended period of electricity coming into your computer is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be damaged. To verify that has a modem jack. In the United States,...selection A power supply is integrated into your location is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. If your computer to provide power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Protect your system will be moved to the system board, add-in an environment such as Europe, the utility ...
...If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that your system has the correct setting for an extended period of electricity coming into your computer is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be damaged. To verify that has a modem jack. In the United States,...selection A power supply is integrated into your location is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. If your computer to provide power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Protect your system will be moved to the system board, add-in an environment such as Europe, the utility ...
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... the on-screen instructions to set up your computer. 4 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer. Voltage selection switch Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to the correct voltage... position. See the setup poster. 2 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to your computer for setup instructions. www.eMachines...
... the on-screen instructions to set up your computer. 4 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer. Voltage selection switch Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to the correct voltage... position. See the setup poster. 2 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to your computer for setup instructions. www.eMachines...
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...components in the power supply and system board remain energized. To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for several minutes or have not turned off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com If your computer is in Standby mode, move the mouse or press the power button to remove... all electrical power from your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets....
...components in the power supply and system board remain energized. To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for several minutes or have not turned off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com If your computer is in Standby mode, move the mouse or press the power button to remove... all electrical power from your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets....