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... exciting line of your error messages. before you contact us : ❂ product model name and number, and serial number You can find this information, click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select Properties. 4 We work hard to delivering a great computer experience - Your new eMachines notebook is committed to make your notebook was shipped in. Details about your problem. ❂ operating system type and version To...
... exciting line of your error messages. before you contact us : ❂ product model name and number, and serial number You can find this information, click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select Properties. 4 We work hard to delivering a great computer experience - Your new eMachines notebook is committed to make your notebook was shipped in. Details about your problem. ❂ operating system type and version To...
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... You can find the latest information about your notebook. Call us at 1-801-401-1419. to use and care. This user's guide provides detailed information about your notebook and basic instructions for its companion poster to help you need to long distance charges.) In the United Kingdom, our telephone help ...quick setup poster includes all of the steps you learn about your notebook and how to 10 p.m. (PST), seven days a week. first things first help tools We've developed this book and its use it, but other tools are charged at 1-604-637-1419. (Depending on your location,...
... You can find the latest information about your notebook. Call us at 1-801-401-1419. to use and care. This user's guide provides detailed information about your notebook and basic instructions for its companion poster to help you need to long distance charges.) In the United Kingdom, our telephone help ...quick setup poster includes all of the steps you learn about your notebook and how to 10 p.m. (PST), seven days a week. first things first help tools We've developed this book and its use it, but other tools are charged at 1-604-637-1419. (Depending on your location,...
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... sources of your notebook; The air vents are specifically designed for proper airflow and cooling of magnetic fields, such as cellular phones and external speakers. first things first ❂ Do not obstruct the air vents on the notebook or use it . ❂ Use only recommended upgrade or replacement parts and accessories. ❂ Other than the indicated user-replaceable components, your notebook should be...
... sources of your notebook; The air vents are specifically designed for proper airflow and cooling of magnetic fields, such as cellular phones and external speakers. first things first ❂ Do not obstruct the air vents on the notebook or use it . ❂ Use only recommended upgrade or replacement parts and accessories. ❂ Other than the indicated user-replaceable components, your notebook should be...
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... 22 back 23 bottom 24 using your notebook 25 using the power button 26 changing power button settings 26 using the touchpad 27 clicking 27 scrolling 28 tapping 28 changing touchpad settings 28 using the keyboard 29 special function keys 29 numeric keypad 31 using quick action buttons 32 interpreting status lights 33 using the display 34 cleaning the display 34 adjusting the brightness 34 adjusting the resolution 35 enabling TV output 35 using CDs and DVDs 37 caring for and handling...
... 22 back 23 bottom 24 using your notebook 25 using the power button 26 changing power button settings 26 using the touchpad 27 clicking 27 scrolling 28 tapping 28 changing touchpad settings 28 using the keyboard 29 special function keys 29 numeric keypad 31 using quick action buttons 32 interpreting status lights 33 using the display 34 cleaning the display 34 adjusting the brightness 34 adjusting the resolution 35 enabling TV output 35 using CDs and DVDs 37 caring for and handling...
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... 79 notebook specifications 80 12 getting started battery 47 charging your battery 48 initial charge 48 subsequent charges 48 managing your battery consumption 49 monitoring the battery charge 49 changing your power-related settings 51 recalibrating your battery 53 disposing of your battery 54 upgrades and replacements 55 battery 56 memory 58 hard drive assembly 61 system restore 63 troubleshooting 65 battery and power 66 keyboard and touchpad 67 display brightness and resolution 69 sound and volume 70 CDs and DVDs 70 printer 71 error messages...
... 79 notebook specifications 80 12 getting started battery 47 charging your battery 48 initial charge 48 subsequent charges 48 managing your battery consumption 49 monitoring the battery charge 49 changing your power-related settings 51 recalibrating your battery 53 disposing of your battery 54 upgrades and replacements 55 battery 56 memory 58 hard drive assembly 61 system restore 63 troubleshooting 65 battery and power 66 keyboard and touchpad 67 display brightness and resolution 69 sound and volume 70 CDs and DVDs 70 printer 71 error messages...
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... charged. getting started 2. Using a different AC adapter or power cord may take 2 to your notebook for the first time, leave the AC adapter connected to the notebook and a wall outlet. A yellow status light on the front-center of your notebook will light up and connect the AC power adapter to your notebook until the yellow battery status light on the front-center of the notebook goes off , your notebook. Turn your notebook...
... charged. getting started 2. Using a different AC adapter or power cord may take 2 to your notebook for the first time, leave the AC adapter connected to the notebook and a wall outlet. A yellow status light on the front-center of your notebook will light up and connect the AC power adapter to your notebook until the yellow battery status light on the front-center of the notebook goes off , your notebook. Turn your notebook...
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... notebook is locked up " your notebook turns off . The system closes all open programs and turns the notebook completely off. ❂ Hibernate (default) completely powers down . ❂ Standby/Sleep (Fn + F3) places the notebook in a low-power mode. Important: Always save any key on . ❂ turn it on the keyboard. 26 To go to the Control Panel to turn off the notebook. When you can change your Windows Control Panel. getting started using Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. changing power button settings...
... notebook is locked up " your notebook turns off . The system closes all open programs and turns the notebook completely off. ❂ Hibernate (default) completely powers down . ❂ Standby/Sleep (Fn + F3) places the notebook in a low-power mode. Important: Always save any key on . ❂ turn it on the keyboard. 26 To go to the Control Panel to turn off the notebook. When you can change your Windows Control Panel. getting started using Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. changing power button settings...
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.... changing touchpad settings If you want to enable tapping or make any other touchpad-related changes (such as compared to a traditional mouse, is turned off on your finger up or down on the scroll zone to roll the display up or down. getting started scrolling In some applications, you may confuse new users, by default this feature, you can drag your notebook. If you've never used a touchpad with...
.... changing touchpad settings If you want to enable tapping or make any other touchpad-related changes (such as compared to a traditional mouse, is turned off on your finger up or down on the scroll zone to roll the display up or down. getting started scrolling In some applications, you may confuse new users, by default this feature, you can drag your notebook. If you've never used a touchpad with...
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... two uses - The special function keys are unique to your keyboard includes special function keys and a numeric keypad. To use set by the image on the key. Special function keys are identified by your software programs and the other specific to full-sized keys, your eMachines notebook and can be used to perform specific tasks. special function keys Many of the function keys across the top of the special function keys. 29 one use a standard function key...
... two uses - The special function keys are unique to your keyboard includes special function keys and a numeric keypad. To use set by the image on the key. Special function keys are identified by your software programs and the other specific to full-sized keys, your eMachines notebook and can be used to perform specific tasks. special function keys Many of the function keys across the top of the special function keys. 29 one use a standard function key...
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interpreting status lights using your notebook 1 AC power on: AC power is connected off: AC power is not connected 2 caps lock on: caps lock on off: not activated 3 num lock on: num lock on off: not activated 4 CD/DVD activity blinking: CD/DVD drive is active off: no CD/DVD activity 5 hard drive activity blinking: hard drive is active off: no hard drive activity 6 battery charge blinking: battery has a low charge on: charging off: battery is charged 7 notebook power blinking: notebook is "sleeping" on: notebook is on off: notebook is powered off 33
interpreting status lights using your notebook 1 AC power on: AC power is connected off: AC power is not connected 2 caps lock on: caps lock on off: not activated 3 num lock on: num lock on off: not activated 4 CD/DVD activity blinking: CD/DVD drive is active off: no CD/DVD activity 5 hard drive activity blinking: hard drive is active off: no hard drive activity 6 battery charge blinking: battery has a low charge on: charging off: battery is charged 7 notebook power blinking: notebook is "sleeping" on: notebook is on off: notebook is powered off 33
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... the panel. Connect one end of your external monitor or projector is less than the internal wide screen (1280x800 default), the notebook will stretch to best suit that device. Press the display function key (Fn + F4) several times, until the notebook display is shown on the Settings tab. From your desktop, click Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display. Obtain a standard S-Video cable. To enable TV output: 1. Connect the other display-related options are located on...
... the panel. Connect one end of your external monitor or projector is less than the internal wide screen (1280x800 default), the notebook will stretch to best suit that device. Press the display function key (Fn + F4) several times, until the notebook display is shown on the Settings tab. From your desktop, click Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display. Obtain a standard S-Video cable. To enable TV output: 1. Connect the other display-related options are located on...
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... files open, you may experience data loss as a result of the CD monitoring the battery charge Closely monitor your battery charge to turn it off ❂ turn off the notebook when it for extending your battery life: ❂ set your power scheme to Max Battery (see "changing your power-related settings") ❂ decrease the display brightness ❂ close your notebook will not be using and your Windows power-related system settings. Use the tools listed on...
... files open, you may experience data loss as a result of the CD monitoring the battery charge Closely monitor your battery charge to turn it off ❂ turn off the notebook when it for extending your battery life: ❂ set your power scheme to Max Battery (see "changing your power-related settings") ❂ decrease the display brightness ❂ close your notebook will not be using and your Windows power-related system settings. Use the tools listed on...
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... your notebook ❂ press the power button ❂ press the Fn + F3 (Sleep) key Hibernate If you enable Hibernation and also set the turn off your power button to "Hibernate," when you want each to turn -off action of basic power-use settings. Select a power scheme from a list, including: ❂ Home/Office Desk ❂ Portable/Laptop (default) ❂ Presentation ❂ Always On ❂ Minimal Power Management ❂ Max Battery alarms Low-battery...
... your notebook ❂ press the power button ❂ press the Fn + F3 (Sleep) key Hibernate If you enable Hibernation and also set the turn off your power button to "Hibernate," when you want each to turn -off action of basic power-use settings. Select a power scheme from a list, including: ❂ Home/Office Desk ❂ Portable/Laptop (default) ❂ Presentation ❂ Always On ❂ Minimal Power Management ❂ Max Battery alarms Low-battery...
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... nuts for the printer port) or wearing a grounding wrist-strap. 5 upgrades and replacements Read this chapter when you need to upgrade or replace your: ❂ battery ❂ memory ❂ hard drive assembly The components inside your notebook are accessed from the bottom of the notebook. 1 battery 2 memory 3 hard drive 55 Before handling system components, use appropriate precautions, including turning off all system power, unplugging all cables, and touching a bare metal surface on...
... nuts for the printer port) or wearing a grounding wrist-strap. 5 upgrades and replacements Read this chapter when you need to upgrade or replace your: ❂ battery ❂ memory ❂ hard drive assembly The components inside your notebook are accessed from the bottom of the notebook. 1 battery 2 memory 3 hard drive 55 Before handling system components, use appropriate precautions, including turning off all system power, unplugging all cables, and touching a bare metal surface on...
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... the location of the memory compartment. 58 To prevent damage to your notebook, remove the installed battery pack before replacing this chapter for more information. 1. Remove the memory compartment cover screw and cover. For instructions on a stable work surface. Disconnect all cables, including the AC power adapter, modem, and network cables. 2. See the Warning note at the beginning of this chapter for preventing electrostatic discharge. getting started memory To remove and install a memory module...
... the location of the memory compartment. 58 To prevent damage to your notebook, remove the installed battery pack before replacing this chapter for more information. 1. Remove the memory compartment cover screw and cover. For instructions on a stable work surface. Disconnect all cables, including the AC power adapter, modem, and network cables. 2. See the Warning note at the beginning of this chapter for preventing electrostatic discharge. getting started memory To remove and install a memory module...
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... display. Disconnect all cables, including the AC power adapter, modem, and network cables. 2. All eMachines replacement drives are shipped in a bracket, which is housed in a bracket. For instructions on removing an installed battery pack, see the "battery " section in this chapter. 61 This hard drive is inserted into the hard-drive compartment. Then, you must perform a system restore. upgrades and replacements hard drive assembly Your notebook includes one high-capacity, industry-standard, 9.5-mm IDE hard disk drive...
... display. Disconnect all cables, including the AC power adapter, modem, and network cables. 2. All eMachines replacement drives are shipped in a bracket, which is housed in a bracket. For instructions on removing an installed battery pack, see the "battery " section in this chapter. 61 This hard drive is inserted into the hard-drive compartment. Then, you must perform a system restore. upgrades and replacements hard drive assembly Your notebook includes one high-capacity, industry-standard, 9.5-mm IDE hard disk drive...
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... the Windows Control Panel. If your notebook. ❂ If the battery-related status light blinks quickly when you used the right type of memory module. 66 getting started battery and power Q My battery charge icon is fully discharged. What should try again. ❂ If you recently replaced or upgraded a component on your notebook still won 't turn on. Q My notebook won 't power up, disconnect all cables, reconnect them, and try : ❂ Press the Power button on your notebook, make...
... the Windows Control Panel. If your notebook. ❂ If the battery-related status light blinks quickly when you used the right type of memory module. 66 getting started battery and power Q My battery charge icon is fully discharged. What should try again. ❂ If you recently replaced or upgraded a component on your notebook still won 't turn on. Q My notebook won 't power up, disconnect all cables, reconnect them, and try : ❂ Press the Power button on your notebook, make...
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...; Press and hold down the Power button for approximately 5 seconds until the notebook turns off. A Based on Device Settings and select Settings. Then you will click on how you position your notebook. Q When I click or tap on the system tray. Then you will need to restart it ? You can change the touchpad sensitivity settings through the control panel by increasing the palm check area...
...; Press and hold down the Power button for approximately 5 seconds until the notebook turns off. A Based on Device Settings and select Settings. Then you will click on how you position your notebook. Q When I click or tap on the system tray. Then you will need to restart it ? You can change the touchpad sensitivity settings through the control panel by increasing the palm check area...
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... with your notebook. 71 error messages Q I do? A Your system resources are low, and all programs, and restart your printer model. troubleshooting printer Q My notebook is being used by the open only the programs that you need. ❂ Consider adding more information about installing the printer driver, refer to the documentation that you are working on, close all available memory is connected to Windows online...
... with your notebook. 71 error messages Q I do? A Your system resources are low, and all programs, and restart your printer model. troubleshooting printer Q My notebook is being used by the open only the programs that you need. ❂ Consider adding more information about installing the printer driver, refer to the documentation that you are working on, close all available memory is connected to Windows online...
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...the approval of telephone numbers for retrieval by a predator mined code ❂ initial proceed indication detection ❂ automatic calling / automatic answering ❂ tone detection ❂ loud-speaking facility This modem is used with, or connected to, external software that has not ...use in any material way not authorized by BABT. The approval of this modem is invalidated if the apparatus is modified in only the following functions: ❂ storage of your modem, if as a result, it then ceases to conform to U.K. / private speech-band services. This modem does not support...
...the approval of telephone numbers for retrieval by a predator mined code ❂ initial proceed indication detection ❂ automatic calling / automatic answering ❂ tone detection ❂ loud-speaking facility This modem is used with, or connected to, external software that has not ...use in any material way not authorized by BABT. The approval of this modem is invalidated if the apparatus is modified in only the following functions: ❂ storage of your modem, if as a result, it then ceases to conform to U.K. / private speech-band services. This modem does not support...