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... 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22 Standard keyboard 22 Keyboard features 23 Using the mouse 24 Connecting the modem 26 Connecting to a wired Ethernet network 27 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...
... 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22 Standard keyboard 22 Keyboard features 23 Using the mouse 24 Connecting the modem 26 Connecting to a wired Ethernet network 27 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...
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... 45 Opening the case 46 Removing the side panel 46 Removing the front bezel 47 Closing the case 48 Replacing the side panel 48 Replacing the front bezel 49 Installing memory 50 Replacing the system battery 52 6 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...
... 45 Opening the case 46 Removing the side panel 46 Removing the front bezel 47 Closing the case 48 Replacing the side panel 48 Replacing the front bezel 49 Installing memory 50 Replacing the system battery 52 6 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...
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... model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this button to turn the power on page 28. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the optional diskette drive. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into this jack. The button lights when the computer is accessed. Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button...
... model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this button to turn the power on page 28. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the optional diskette drive. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into this jack. The button lights when the computer is accessed. Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button...
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... this port. If your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for your computer, make sure that this jack. The power supply should be set to 230. Plug a serial device (such as a printer) into this connector. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your area. This jack is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this switch is operating in...
... this port. If your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for your computer, make sure that this jack. The power supply should be set to 230. Plug a serial device (such as a printer) into this connector. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your area. This jack is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this switch is operating in...
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... system battery. You will need to install the new battery the same way. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Replacing the system battery If the computer clock does not keep time or the settings in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off your computer. 2 During the restart, press and hold the F1 key. Use a battery of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Important Your computer's battery location...
... system battery. You will need to install the new battery the same way. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Replacing the system battery If the computer clock does not keep time or the settings in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off your computer. 2 During the restart, press and hold the F1 key. Use a battery of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Important Your computer's battery location...
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
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... the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that your hard drive is not full. ■ If an error message appears on . ■ If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that all connections are secure. ■ Make sure that you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on the screen...
... the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that your hard drive is not full. ■ If an error message appears on . ■ If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that all connections are secure. ■ Make sure that you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on the screen...
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... graphics and multimedia on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having technical difficulties. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in your residence or at your computer 62 www.eMachines.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Internet See also "Modem (dial-up)" on page 64. For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. If you connect and the number of users accessing...
... graphics and multimedia on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having technical difficulties. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in your residence or at your computer 62 www.eMachines.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Internet See also "Modem (dial-up)" on page 64. For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. If you connect and the number of users accessing...
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... disabled before using the modem. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all messages are cleared and call messaging, or voice mail, make sure that the modem dialing properties are set correctly. 64 www.eMachines.com Contact your telephone line, then check for the memory card slots...
... disabled before using the modem. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all messages are cleared and call messaging, or voice mail, make sure that the modem dialing properties are set correctly. 64 www.eMachines.com Contact your telephone line, then check for the memory card slots...
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... turn down the modem volume: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Help and Support For more information about the modem appears, the modem passed diagnostics. Handshaking is noisy when it dials and connects When your modem tries to connect to another modem, it begins handshaking. The Control Panel window opens. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open...
... turn down the modem volume: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Help and Support For more information about the modem appears, the modem passed diagnostics. Handshaking is noisy when it dials and connects When your modem tries to connect to another modem, it begins handshaking. The Control Panel window opens. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open...
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... cable for bent or damaged pins. ■ Reinstall the device driver. ■ Connect a monitor that you know works to your monitor's documentation. Help and Support For more information about color uniformity. ■ Non-shielded speakers are most obvious when the monitor displays a white background. If the monitor is turned on, the power LED should be lit. ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to another monitor, electric fan, fluorescent light...
... cable for bent or damaged pins. ■ Reinstall the device driver. ■ Connect a monitor that you know works to your monitor's documentation. Help and Support For more information about color uniformity. ■ Non-shielded speakers are most obvious when the monitor displays a white background. If the monitor is turned on, the power LED should be lit. ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to another monitor, electric fan, fluorescent light...
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... plugged into the outlet and turn on . ■ Make sure that the printer is unique. Make sure that it on ■ Make sure that the printer is free from cuts or damage. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Networks You cannot connect to put the printer online. 70 www.eMachines.com Many printers have an online/offline button that you may need to the correct port. ■ Make...
... plugged into the outlet and turn on . ■ Make sure that the printer is unique. Make sure that it on ■ Make sure that the printer is free from cuts or damage. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Networks You cannot connect to put the printer online. 70 www.eMachines.com Many printers have an online/offline button that you may need to the correct port. ■ Make...
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... Default Printer. ■ Reinstall the printer driver. Help and Support For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. If the menu shows a check mark next to Use Printer Offline, click Use Printer Offline to use. To set a default printer: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. The Printers and Faxes window opens. 3 Right-click the name of the printer you want to clear...
... Default Printer. ■ Reinstall the printer driver. Help and Support For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. If the menu shows a check mark next to Use Printer Offline, click Use Printer Offline to use. To set a default printer: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. The Printers and Faxes window opens. 3 Right-click the name of the printer you want to clear...
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..." error message After adding paper, make sure that you are using external speakers, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 21. ■ Make sure that the volume controls are turned off. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 21. ■ If you need to check your speaker connections. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory. For more information about sound troubleshooting, click Start, then...
..." error message After adding paper, make sure that you are using external speakers, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 21. ■ Make sure that the volume controls are turned off. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 21. ■ If you need to check your speaker connections. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory. For more information about sound troubleshooting, click Start, then...
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... When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be fatal. 7 6 5 4 3 1 2 Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) 6 Ground clamp 7 Antenna lead-in wire 80 www.eMachines.com...
... When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be fatal. 7 6 5 4 3 1 2 Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) 6 Ground clamp 7 Antenna lead-in wire 80 www.eMachines.com...
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... 11 audio playback buttons 23 B battery replacing 52 bezel removing 47 replacing 49 broadband connection 27 connecting 12 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 27 connecting 12 Caps Lock indicator 23 cards inserting memory card 32 installing memory card 32 removing memory card 32 slots 31 troubleshooting add-in card 57 troubleshooting memory card 64 types of memory cards supported 31 case closing 48 opening 46 CD cleaning 44 inserting 34 playing audio 35 recording 35 troubleshooting 57 CD drive identifying 33 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 57 using 33 cellular phone memory cards 31...
... 11 audio playback buttons 23 B battery replacing 52 bezel removing 47 replacing 49 broadband connection 27 connecting 12 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 27 connecting 12 Caps Lock indicator 23 cards inserting memory card 32 installing memory card 32 removing memory card 32 slots 31 troubleshooting add-in card 57 troubleshooting memory card 64 types of memory cards supported 31 case closing 48 opening 46 CD cleaning 44 inserting 34 playing audio 35 recording 35 troubleshooting 57 CD drive identifying 33 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 57 using 33 cellular phone memory cards 31...
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... folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 4 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9 I i.Link port 9, 12, 28 IEEE 1394 port 9, 12, 28 indicators Caps Lock 23 hard drive 9 Num Lock 23 numeric keypad 23 power 9 Scroll Lock 23 installing battery 52 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 front bezel 47 memory...
... folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 4 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9 I i.Link port 9, 12, 28 IEEE 1394 port 9, 12, 28 indicators Caps Lock 23 hard drive 9 Num Lock 23 numeric keypad 23 power 9 Scroll Lock 23 installing battery 52 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 front bezel 47 memory...
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... M maintenance cleaning case 41 cleaning component exteriors 41 cleaning computer display 42 cleaning computer screen 42 cleaning keyboard 42 cleaning mouse 42 protecting from viruses 39 memory adding 50 installing 50 replacing 50 troubleshooting 64 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 31 using 31 microphone jack 9, 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 model number 13 modem cable 27 connecting 26 DSL 27 jack 12, 26 protecting from power surge 18 troubleshooting 64 monitor cleaning 42 port...
... M maintenance cleaning case 41 cleaning component exteriors 41 cleaning computer display 42 cleaning computer screen 42 cleaning keyboard 42 cleaning mouse 42 protecting from viruses 39 memory adding 50 installing 50 replacing 50 troubleshooting 64 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 31 using 31 microphone jack 9, 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 model number 13 modem cable 27 connecting 26 DSL 27 jack 12, 26 protecting from power surge 18 troubleshooting 64 monitor cleaning 42 port...
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... memory cards 31 peripheral devices 28 playing audio CD 35 DVD 35 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70 USB port 9, 11 programs closing unresponsive 21 opening 25 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 11 R RAM See memory rebooting...
... memory cards 31 peripheral devices 28 playing audio CD 35 DVD 35 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70 USB port 9, 11 programs closing unresponsive 21 opening 25 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 11 R RAM See memory rebooting...
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... panel 60, 68 memory 64 memory card reader 64 modem 64 monitor 68 mouse 69 network 70 passwords 70 power 70 printer 70 safety guidelines 56 screen 60, 68 screen area 68 screen resolution 68 technical support 73 telephone support 73 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video...
... panel 60, 68 memory 64 memory card reader 64 modem 64 monitor 68 mouse 69 network 70 passwords 70 power 70 printer 70 safety guidelines 56 screen 60, 68 screen area 68 screen resolution 68 technical support 73 telephone support 73 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video...