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... site 3 Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 4 BigFix 4 Online help 5 eMachines contact information 6 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 7 Desktop PC Front 8 Desktop 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... 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 i
... site 3 Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 4 BigFix 4 Online help 5 eMachines contact information 6 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 7 Desktop PC Front 8 Desktop 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... 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 i
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... 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.eMachines.com
... 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.eMachines.com
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Memory card reader 64 Modem (dial-up 64 Monitor 68 Mouse 69 Networks 70 Passwords 70 Power 70 Printer 70 Sound 72 Telephone support 73 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 73 Telephone numbers 74 Self-help 74 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 75 Index 83 www.eMachines.com iii
Memory card reader 64 Modem (dial-up 64 Monitor 68 Mouse 69 Networks 70 Passwords 70 Power 70 Printer 70 Sound 72 Telephone support 73 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 73 Telephone numbers 74 Self-help 74 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 75 Index 83 www.eMachines.com iii
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Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using online help • Contacting eMachines 1
Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using online help • Contacting eMachines 1
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...yourself with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at affordable prices. We are provided with fast, considerate service. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to help you are sure that you will be pleased with our range of -class service and... We have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! If you ever have highlighted some basic care and safety information to our customers - We sincerely hope...
...yourself with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at affordable prices. We are provided with fast, considerate service. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to help you are sure that you will be pleased with our range of -class service and... We have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! If you ever have highlighted some basic care and safety information to our customers - We sincerely hope...
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.../support/. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines 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 specifications, and ...to help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. You can find help information, troubleshooters,...
.../support/. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines 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 specifications, and ...to help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. You can find help information, troubleshooters,...
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... your computer for and access these topics. 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 want to open BigFix. To fix the problem, click on the Microsoft Web site and contain the...
... your computer for and access these topics. 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 want to open BigFix. To fix the problem, click on the Microsoft Web site and contain the...
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You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. www.eMachines.com 5 You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button. Online help Online help .
You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. www.eMachines.com 5 You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button. Online help Online help .
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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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... button to turn the power on drive type). Plug a microphone into the optional diskette drive. This jack is turned on page 30. www.eMachines.com 9 This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire... printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is accessed. Turns on page 31. Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into one of these 6-pin IEEE...
... button to turn the power on drive type). Plug a microphone into the optional diskette drive. This jack is turned on page 30. www.eMachines.com 9 This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire... printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is accessed. Turns on page 31. Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into one of these 6-pin IEEE...
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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. 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
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..." on page 28. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. This jack is color-coded red or pink. www.eMachines.com 11 In other peripheral device" on page 28. PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output...
..." on page 28. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. This jack is color-coded red or pink. www.eMachines.com 11 In other peripheral device" on page 28. PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output...
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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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... Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for informational purposes only. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown ...in this information if you call 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 ...
... Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for informational purposes only. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown ...in this information if you call 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 ...
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... your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on distant objects. Do not use your computer in...
... your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on distant objects. Do not use your computer in...
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...; Position your chair so the keyboard is tilted to be able to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your torso or neck. www.eMachines.com 17 Sitting at a comfortable distance. Working safely ■ Adjust the height of your spine. This position lets your shoulders relax while you work day...
...; Position your chair so the keyboard is tilted to be able to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your torso or neck. www.eMachines.com 17 Sitting at a comfortable distance. Working safely ■ Adjust the height of your spine. This position lets your shoulders relax while you work day...
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... location before turning on the back of your computer to set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Although you cannot run your computer normally. Warning High voltages can increase to save your work and shut down your computer long enough to...
... location before turning on the back of your computer to set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Although you cannot run your computer normally. Warning High voltages can increase to save your work and shut down your computer long enough to...