eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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...this book and its use it, but other tools are charged at national call us at 1-801-401-1419. This user's manual provides detailed information about your notebook and basic instructions for its companion poster to help you need to get help on your notebook. ...quick setup poster includes all of the steps you learn about your notebook and how to use and care. Online help is included in the software preloaded on the following websites: eMachines home page: http://www.emachines.com North America support page: http://www.emachines.com/support/tech_support.html United Kingdom support...
...this book and its use it, but other tools are charged at national call us at 1-801-401-1419. This user's manual provides detailed information about your notebook and basic instructions for its companion poster to help you need to get help on your notebook. ...quick setup poster includes all of the steps you learn about your notebook and how to use and care. Online help is included in the software preloaded on the following websites: eMachines home page: http://www.emachines.com North America support page: http://www.emachines.com/support/tech_support.html United Kingdom support...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... temperature of the notebook to increase to a point where it . ❂ Use only recommended upgrade or replacement parts and accessories. ❂ Other than the indicated user-replaceable components, your notebook should be harmful to your skin. ❂ Keep your computer a safe distance away from ...notebook; Do not use household chemicals to the notebook. ❂ Use only a soft cloth, moistened with the notebook resting on your lap. Do not use the notebook on hard drives. ❂ Avoid using your notebook in dust-prone areas or dirty areas, such as cellular phones and external...
... temperature of the notebook to increase to a point where it . ❂ Use only recommended upgrade or replacement parts and accessories. ❂ Other than the indicated user-replaceable components, your notebook should be harmful to your skin. ❂ Keep your computer a safe distance away from ...notebook; Do not use household chemicals to the notebook. ❂ Use only a soft cloth, moistened with the notebook resting on your lap. Do not use the notebook on hard drives. ❂ Avoid using your notebook in dust-prone areas or dirty areas, such as cellular phones and external...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... back 25 bottom 26 using your notebook 27 using the power button 28 changing power button settings 28 using the touchpad 29 clicking 29 scrolling 30 tapping 30 changing touchpad settings 30 using the keyboard 31 special function keys 31 numeric keypad 33 using quick action buttons 34 interpreting status lights 35 using the display 36 cleaning the display 36 adjusting the brightness 36 adjusting the resolution 37 enabling TV output (on select models 37 using CDs and DVDs 39 caring for and...
... back 25 bottom 26 using your notebook 27 using the power button 28 changing power button settings 28 using the touchpad 29 clicking 29 scrolling 30 tapping 30 changing touchpad settings 30 using the keyboard 31 special function keys 31 numeric keypad 33 using quick action buttons 34 interpreting status lights 35 using the display 36 cleaning the display 36 adjusting the brightness 36 adjusting the resolution 37 enabling TV output (on select models 37 using CDs and DVDs 39 caring for and...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... U.S. getting started battery 57 charging your battery 58 initial charge 58 subsequent charges 58 managing your battery consumption 59 monitoring the battery charge 59 changing your power-related settings 61 refreshing your battery 63 disposing of your battery 64 upgrades and replacements 65 battery 66 memory 68 hard drive assembly 71 system restore 73 troubleshooting 75 battery and power 76 keyboard and touchpad 77 status lights 78 display brightness and resolution 79 sound and volume 80 CDs and DVDs 80 digital media reader 81 printer 81 error messages...
... U.S. getting started battery 57 charging your battery 58 initial charge 58 subsequent charges 58 managing your battery consumption 59 monitoring the battery charge 59 changing your power-related settings 61 refreshing your battery 63 disposing of your battery 64 upgrades and replacements 65 battery 66 memory 68 hard drive assembly 71 system restore 73 troubleshooting 75 battery and power 76 keyboard and touchpad 77 status lights 78 display brightness and resolution 79 sound and volume 80 CDs and DVDs 80 digital media reader 81 printer 81 error messages...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... new users, by default this feature, you may find it helpful. changing touchpad settings If you want to roll the display up or down . Next, highlight Tapping and check the Enable Tapping box in the properties window. 30 getting started scrolling In some applications, you can drag your notebook. If you've never used a touchpad with this feature is the ability to a traditional mouse, is turned...
... new users, by default this feature, you may find it helpful. changing touchpad settings If you want to roll the display up or down . Next, highlight Tapping and check the Enable Tapping box in the properties window. 30 getting started scrolling In some applications, you can drag your notebook. If you've never used a touchpad with this feature is the ability to a traditional mouse, is turned...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... your eMachines notebook and can be used to perform specific tasks. To use set by the image on the key. See the following paragraphs. special function keys Many of the function keys across the top of the special function keys. 31 Familiarize yourself with the application or access its online help. Special function keys are identified by your keyboard includes special function keys and a numeric keypad. using your notebook using the keyboard In...
... your eMachines notebook and can be used to perform specific tasks. To use set by the image on the key. See the following paragraphs. special function keys Many of the function keys across the top of the special function keys. 31 Familiarize yourself with the application or access its online help. Special function keys are identified by your keyboard includes special function keys and a numeric keypad. using your notebook using the keyboard In...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... lights using your notebook 1 AC power on: AC power is connected off: AC power is not connected 2 wireless on/off on: wireless network card is on off: wireless network card is off 3 caps lock on: caps lock is on off: not activated 4 num lock on: num lock is on off: not activated 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 If none of the lights...
... lights using your notebook 1 AC power on: AC power is connected off: AC power is not connected 2 wireless on/off on: wireless network card is on off: wireless network card is off 3 caps lock on: caps lock is on off: not activated 4 num lock on: num lock is on off: not activated 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 If none of the lights...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... screen by default will auto-adjust to an optimum resolution to fit the panel. Connect the other display-related options are located on the Settings tab. In simultaneous mode, if the resolution of the notebook display. Connect the external TV or monitor to best suit that device. Connect one end of the cable to the S-Video port on the back of the cable to the optimal resolution for your display. Press the display function key...
... screen by default will auto-adjust to an optimum resolution to fit the panel. Connect the other display-related options are located on the Settings tab. In simultaneous mode, if the resolution of the notebook display. Connect the external TV or monitor to best suit that device. Connect one end of the cable to the S-Video port on the back of the cable to the optimal resolution for your display. Press the display function key...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... camera following the instructions provided with your digital camera's media. using your notebook accessing files In this example, you will be saving pictures from your camera. 2. Your pop up may vary depending on media cards: ❂ using the pop up wizard ❂ using Windows Explorer In this section, you will learn about accessing files on the type of media used and the drive letter. 53 Remove the media card from the media reader...
... camera following the instructions provided with your digital camera's media. using your notebook accessing files In this example, you will be saving pictures from your camera. 2. Your pop up may vary depending on media cards: ❂ using the pop up wizard ❂ using Windows Explorer In this section, you will learn about accessing files on the type of media used and the drive letter. 53 Remove the media card from the media reader...
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... name can browse to continue working with your pictures, or click Next if you are listed in the media reader. Type the filename and location for this group of pictures and click Next. - When the copy process is displayed. 10. Remove the camera media card and replace the protector in the Picture Task area, such as "christmas party") - using your pictures is complete...
... name can browse to continue working with your pictures, or click Next if you are listed in the media reader. Type the filename and location for this group of pictures and click Next. - When the copy process is displayed. 10. Remove the camera media card and replace the protector in the Picture Task area, such as "christmas party") - using your pictures is complete...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... port) or wearing a grounding wrist-strap. Before handling system components, use appropriate precautions, including turning off all system power, unplugging all cables, and touching a bare metal surface on the notebook (such as electrostatic discharge. 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...
... port) or wearing a grounding wrist-strap. Before handling system components, use appropriate precautions, including turning off all system power, unplugging all cables, and touching a bare metal surface on the notebook (such as electrostatic discharge. 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...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... notebook upside down on removing an installed battery pack, see the "battery " section in this chapter. 3. Remove the memory compartment cover screw and cover. getting started memory To remove and install a memory module: Before performing any of the procedures in this section, follow industry-standard practices for preventing electrostatic discharge. Power off your notebook, remove the installed battery pack before replacing this chapter for the location of this component. For instructions on a stable work...
... notebook upside down on removing an installed battery pack, see the "battery " section in this chapter. 3. Remove the memory compartment cover screw and cover. getting started memory To remove and install a memory module: Before performing any of the procedures in this section, follow industry-standard practices for preventing electrostatic discharge. Power off your notebook, remove the installed battery pack before replacing this chapter for the location of this component. For instructions on a stable work...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... software preloaded on a stable work surface. Then, you must perform a system restore. To prevent damage to a backup CD any of this section, follow industry-standard practices for more information. 1. This process loads your notebook upside down on it. Disconnect all cables, including the AC power adapter, modem, and network cables. 2. Place your notebook's original shipping configuration onto this chapter. 71 To remove and install a hard drive...
... software preloaded on a stable work surface. Then, you must perform a system restore. To prevent damage to a backup CD any of this section, follow industry-standard practices for more information. 1. This process loads your notebook upside down on it. Disconnect all cables, including the AC power adapter, modem, and network cables. 2. Place your notebook's original shipping configuration onto this chapter. 71 To remove and install a hard drive...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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See "refreshing your battery" in chapter 4 for instructions. ❂ Replace your power management settings in chapter 4 for your notebook still won 't turn on your notebook. ❂ If the battery-related status light blinks quickly when you press the power button, your battery consumption" in the Windows Control Panel. What should I do ? If your model of notebook. getting started battery and power Q My battery charge icon is fully discharged. Connect to AC power and press the power button again. ❂ If you...
See "refreshing your battery" in chapter 4 for instructions. ❂ Replace your power management settings in chapter 4 for your notebook still won 't turn on your notebook. ❂ If the battery-related status light blinks quickly when you press the power button, your battery consumption" in the Windows Control Panel. What should I do ? If your model of notebook. getting started battery and power Q My battery charge icon is fully discharged. Connect to AC power and press the power button again. ❂ If you...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... touching the touchpad area. Select Pointing Device Properties. Then you will click on Device Settings and select Settings. Select Pointing Device Properties. A Your notebook has locked up. Try one of the following to restart it ? A You will click on Device Settings and select Settings. Then you will need to select PalmCheck and adjust the setting, then click OK. 77 You can change the touchpad sensitivity settings through the control panel...
... touching the touchpad area. Select Pointing Device Properties. Then you will click on Device Settings and select Settings. Select Pointing Device Properties. A Your notebook has locked up. Try one of the following to restart it ? A You will click on Device Settings and select Settings. Then you will need to select PalmCheck and adjust the setting, then click OK. 77 You can change the touchpad sensitivity settings through the control panel...
eMachines M-Series Notebook User's Guide
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... media reader troubleshooting Q Nothing happens when I do not see it 's not working electrical outlet and that the printer is powered on. ❂ Check the cable connections between your notebook and the printer. ❂ Verify that came with your printer model. A Try the following: ❂ Make sure that the printer power cable is plugged into the media reader. If you have the correct printer driver installed for...
... media reader troubleshooting Q Nothing happens when I do not see it 's not working electrical outlet and that the printer is powered on. ❂ Check the cable connections between your notebook and the printer. ❂ Verify that came with your printer model. A Try the following: ❂ Make sure that the printer power cable is plugged into the media reader. If you have the correct printer driver installed for...
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... approval was granted. The approval of telephone numbers for connection to , external software that has not been formally accepted 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 U.K. / private speech-band services. Japanese Modem Notice 89 Any other usage...
... approval was granted. The approval of telephone numbers for connection to , external software that has not been formally accepted 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 U.K. / private speech-band services. Japanese Modem Notice 89 Any other usage...
eMachines Wireless Supplement
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... 4: configuring your access point 15 step 5: testing your home network 16 connecting to your new wireless network . . . . . 17 learning more about wireless networking . . . . . 21 turning the wireless off and on 22 monitoring your wireless connection 23 enabling file & print sharing 24 sharing a printer 26 sharing a file or folder 28 reconnecting to your network 30 connecting to hot spots 31 troubleshooting 33 common problems and solutions 34 frequently asked questions 35 wireless specifications...
... 4: configuring your access point 15 step 5: testing your home network 16 connecting to your new wireless network . . . . . 17 learning more about wireless networking . . . . . 21 turning the wireless off and on 22 monitoring your wireless connection 23 enabling file & print sharing 24 sharing a printer 26 sharing a file or folder 28 reconnecting to your network 30 connecting to hot spots 31 troubleshooting 33 common problems and solutions 34 frequently asked questions 35 wireless specifications...
eMachines Wireless Supplement
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... encryption ❂ 4-port switch - 2 setting up your home network When you are ready to set up your wireless home network, you need to purchase an access point, eMachines recommends buying your access point, be based on this common setup. This lets you communicate at 802.11g speeds. 11 To set up your home network, you must first consider which computers or other devices you want...
... encryption ❂ 4-port switch - 2 setting up your home network When you are ready to set up your wireless home network, you need to purchase an access point, eMachines recommends buying your access point, be based on this common setup. This lets you communicate at 802.11g speeds. 11 To set up your home network, you must first consider which computers or other devices you want...
eMachines Wireless Supplement
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... connection is working properly, contact your favorite Internet website. The setup steps are: ❂ step 1: making sure that your broadband connection is ok Before you change anything about your home setup, make the necessary arrangements with an existing desktop computer and broadband Internet connection. We'll walk you though connecting your notebook to this chapter, you how to set up your network Let's get started! getting started setting...
... connection is working properly, contact your favorite Internet website. The setup steps are: ❂ step 1: making sure that your broadband connection is ok Before you change anything about your home setup, make the necessary arrangements with an existing desktop computer and broadband Internet connection. We'll walk you though connecting your notebook to this chapter, you how to set up your network Let's get started! getting started setting...