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contents first things first 3 eMachines Customer Care 4 before you contact us 4 how to contact us 5 help tools 7 basic care and safety 8 contents 13 getting started 15 quick tour 21 open ... the brightness 36 adjusting the resolution 37 enabling TV output (on select models 37 using CDs and DVDs 39 caring for and handling discs 40 listening to audio CDs 41 viewing DVDs 42 creating CDs 43 creating data DVDs (on select models 48 using the digital media reader 51 accessing files 53 13
contents first things first 3 eMachines Customer Care 4 before you contact us 4 how to contact us 5 help tools 7 basic care and safety 8 contents 13 getting started 15 quick tour 21 open ... the brightness 36 adjusting the resolution 37 enabling TV output (on select models 37 using CDs and DVDs 39 caring for and handling discs 40 listening to audio CDs 41 viewing DVDs 42 creating CDs 43 creating data DVDs (on select models 48 using the digital media reader 51 accessing files 53 13
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...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 82 notices and specifications 83 United States Federal Communications Commission Notice 83 modifications...
...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 82 notices and specifications 83 United States Federal Communications Commission Notice 83 modifications...
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3 using your notebook In this chapter, we'll discuss all of the basics you need to know when using your notebook, including: ❂ using the power button ❂ using the touchpad ❂ using the keyboard ❂ using quick action buttons ❂ interpreting status lights ❂ using the display ❂ using CDs and DVDs ❂ using the digital media reader 27
3 using your notebook In this chapter, we'll discuss all of the basics you need to know when using your notebook, including: ❂ using the power button ❂ using the touchpad ❂ using the keyboard ❂ using quick action buttons ❂ interpreting status lights ❂ using the display ❂ using CDs and DVDs ❂ using the digital media reader 27
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... selected model, if connected) Fn + F7 display: decrease brightness Fn + F8 display: increase brightness Fn + F9 CD/DVD: play/pause Fn + F10 CD/DVD: stop Fn + F11 CD/DVD: play previous track Fn + F12 CD/DVD: play next track 32 getting started To use a special function key, press and hold down the Fn key...
... selected model, if connected) Fn + F7 display: decrease brightness Fn + F8 display: increase brightness Fn + F9 CD/DVD: play/pause Fn + F10 CD/DVD: stop Fn + F11 CD/DVD: play previous track Fn + F12 CD/DVD: play next track 32 getting started To use a special function key, press and hold down the Fn key...
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Do not use a lot of power. Fn + F7 Fn + F8 decrease the display brightness increase the display brightness The display, hard drive, and CD/DVD drive use household chemicals to clean your display may automatically dim to clean the display, use the special function keys. These cleaners may damage your ...
Do not use a lot of power. Fn + F7 Fn + F8 decrease the display brightness increase the display brightness The display, hard drive, and CD/DVD drive use household chemicals to clean your display may automatically dim to clean the display, use the special function keys. These cleaners may damage your ...
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... used to store and transport data, to play music and movies, and to audio CDs ❂ viewing DVDs ❂ creating CDs ❂ creating data DVDs (on select models) The CD/DVD drive in this manual. Doing otherwise may result in this product contains a laser diode that complies with the..., you'll learn about: ❂ caring for and handling discs ❂ listening to create your notebook using CDs and DVDs Your notebook includes either a combination CD-RW/DVD or DVD-RW drive. To ensure proper and safe use of this drive: ❂ Follow the instructions in this manual. ❂...
... used to store and transport data, to play music and movies, and to audio CDs ❂ viewing DVDs ❂ creating CDs ❂ creating data DVDs (on select models) The CD/DVD drive in this manual. Doing otherwise may result in this product contains a laser diode that complies with the..., you'll learn about: ❂ caring for and handling discs ❂ listening to create your notebook using CDs and DVDs Your notebook includes either a combination CD-RW/DVD or DVD-RW drive. To ensure proper and safe use of this drive: ❂ Follow the instructions in this manual. ❂...
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getting started caring for and handling discs When handling CDs and DVDs, touch only the center and outside edges. After the tray pops open , slide it clicks shut. Slide the tray back into the drive until it ... completely out. 3. removing a disc 1. inserting a disc 1. After the tray pops open , slide it . Press the eject button on it snaps into place on the CD/DVD drive to open the tray. 2. Slide the tray back into the drive until it . 4. Hold the disc around its edges and pull up . Place the...
getting started caring for and handling discs When handling CDs and DVDs, touch only the center and outside edges. After the tray pops open , slide it clicks shut. Slide the tray back into the drive until it ... completely out. 3. removing a disc 1. inserting a disc 1. After the tray pops open , slide it . Press the eject button on it snaps into place on the CD/DVD drive to open the tray. 2. Slide the tray back into the drive until it . 4. Hold the disc around its edges and pull up . Place the...
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..." and "using Windows Media Player from the list and then click OK. ❂ The CD does not play button on your CD into the CD/DVD drive. Open Windows Media Player by doing one of the following : - or - Select Play Audio CD using quick action buttons" in this chapter. 41 Then...
..." and "using Windows Media Player from the list and then click OK. ❂ The CD does not play button on your CD into the CD/DVD drive. Open Windows Media Player by doing one of the following : - or - Select Play Audio CD using quick action buttons" in this chapter. 41 Then...
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Click Start > All Programs > Play DVD. The emachines PowerDVD player is displayed. 3. Insert your notebook! 1. getting started viewing DVDs It's fun, convenient, and easy to watch a DVD on your DVD does not play automatically, open PowerDVD from the Windows desktop. You can stop, pause, resume play button to begin playback. 2.... Click the play , and go to recognize the disc and begin playing the DVD. Wait a moment for the notebook to a different track by pressing the volume up or volume down quick action button. When playing...
Click Start > All Programs > Play DVD. The emachines PowerDVD player is displayed. 3. Insert your notebook! 1. getting started viewing DVDs It's fun, convenient, and easy to watch a DVD on your DVD does not play automatically, open PowerDVD from the Windows desktop. You can stop, pause, resume play button to begin playback. 2.... Click the play , and go to recognize the disc and begin playing the DVD. Wait a moment for the notebook to a different track by pressing the volume up or volume down quick action button. When playing...
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...-RW into the CD drive. Wait a moment for the CD drive (D:) or asks what you want to do with either an integrated CD-RW or a DVD-RW drive, which allows you to recognize the disc. or ❂ From the desktop, click Start > All Programs > Windows Media Player. 43 The information... in this section walks you through Windows Media Player or Roxio Easy CD and DVD creator (on DVD-RW models only). using your notebook creating CDs Your notebook comes with the disc, close the window. 2. creating an audio CD You create audio...
...-RW into the CD drive. Wait a moment for the CD drive (D:) or asks what you want to do with either an integrated CD-RW or a DVD-RW drive, which allows you to recognize the disc. or ❂ From the desktop, click Start > All Programs > Windows Media Player. 43 The information... in this section walks you through Windows Media Player or Roxio Easy CD and DVD creator (on DVD-RW models only). using your notebook creating CDs Your notebook comes with the disc, close the window. 2. creating an audio CD You create audio...
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... tray if the Drag-to -Disc icon in detail below. 1. You may need to expand your notebook to -Disc application. Insert a standard DVD-R or DVD-RW into the DVD-RW drive ❂ opening the Roxio Drag-to-Disk application ❂ selecting the files to copy ❂ copying the files Each of the... following basic steps: ❂ inserting a standard DVD-R or DVD-RW into the DVD-RW drive. Click the Roxio Drag-to -Disk icon is discussed in the icon tray to maximize the Drag-to recognize the disc...
... tray if the Drag-to -Disc icon in detail below. 1. You may need to expand your notebook to -Disc application. Insert a standard DVD-R or DVD-RW into the DVD-RW drive ❂ opening the Roxio Drag-to-Disk application ❂ selecting the files to copy ❂ copying the files Each of the... following basic steps: ❂ inserting a standard DVD-R or DVD-RW into the DVD-RW drive. Click the Roxio Drag-to -Disk icon is discussed in the icon tray to maximize the Drag-to recognize the disc...
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... Roxio Drag to Disc online help. A message box is displayed informing you that your notebook 3. Select the folder or file you want to copy to DVD using your disc is full. 49 Select the items you need to add other files to the holding area. The steps listed here discuss one...
... Roxio Drag to Disc online help. A message box is displayed informing you that your notebook 3. Select the folder or file you want to copy to DVD using your disc is full. 49 Select the items you need to add other files to the holding area. The steps listed here discuss one...
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After you have selected and assembled the files, copy the files to -Disk Eject Options window is displayed. Select your copy options and click eject. The Drag-to the DVD using the following procedures: a. b. Click the eject button near the right side of the Drag-to the disc and, when finished, ejects the disc. 50 The application copies the files to -Disc application. getting started 4.
After you have selected and assembled the files, copy the files to -Disk Eject Options window is displayed. Select your copy options and click eject. The Drag-to the DVD using the following procedures: a. b. Click the eject button near the right side of the Drag-to the disc and, when finished, ejects the disc. 50 The application copies the files to -Disc application. getting started 4.
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..., which uses the display and the CD/DVD drive, uses substantially more power than working on either battery or AC power. immerse it in fire. 57 To reduce the risk of it in ...
..., which uses the display and the CD/DVD drive, uses substantially more power than working on either battery or AC power. immerse it in fire. 57 To reduce the risk of it in ...
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... to erase all software that you have added to your notebook will restore the contents of all data on , insert restore CD #1 into the CD/DVD drive. 2. The restore CDs contain a copy of your hard drive to its original configuration, use the restore CDs that you wish to save onto a backup... CD. The restore process erases all data and files from the CD/DVD drive and restart your notebook. 73 Any programs, files, or data that were shipped inside the box with your notebook. You can still exit this...
... to erase all software that you have added to your notebook will restore the contents of all data on , insert restore CD #1 into the CD/DVD drive. 2. The restore CDs contain a copy of your hard drive to its original configuration, use the restore CDs that you wish to save onto a backup... CD. The restore process erases all data and files from the CD/DVD drive and restart your notebook. 73 Any programs, files, or data that were shipped inside the box with your notebook. You can still exit this...
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... you want to the hard drive. 7. The contents of the CD are copied onto the hard drive. 6. Press Enter. 8. Remove the CD from the CD/DVD drive, and restart your notebook while the restore CD is erased, and then the contents of the CD are sure you want to enter system... files before proceeding. When the restore process is finished, remove the last restore CD from the CD/DVD drive and press Enter to stop the restore process, press N, remove the restore CD from the CD/DVD drive and restart your notebook starts up your notebook. To stop the restore process! At Insert...
... you want to the hard drive. 7. The contents of the CD are copied onto the hard drive. 6. Press Enter. 8. Remove the CD from the CD/DVD drive, and restart your notebook while the restore CD is erased, and then the contents of the CD are sure you want to enter system... files before proceeding. When the restore process is finished, remove the last restore CD from the CD/DVD drive and press Enter to stop the restore process, press N, remove the restore CD from the CD/DVD drive and restart your notebook starts up your notebook. To stop the restore process! At Insert...
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.... Do the following: ❂ Check the volume icon in chapter 3 for more information. 80 What's wrong? What should I cannot eject my CD or DVD. CDs and DVDs Q My CD/DVD drive doesn't read my disc or takes a long time to start , because the drive has to determine the type of disc. ❂ Make... be turned on your notebook, manually eject the disk by inserting an opened paper clip into the manual eject hole. A Be aware that CDs and DVDs take approximately 30 seconds to start up and the volume down too low. If you do ? getting started sound and volume Q There is a quick way...
.... Do the following: ❂ Check the volume icon in chapter 3 for more information. 80 What's wrong? What should I cannot eject my CD or DVD. CDs and DVDs Q My CD/DVD drive doesn't read my disc or takes a long time to start , because the drive has to determine the type of disc. ❂ Make... be turned on your notebook, manually eject the disk by inserting an opened paper clip into the manual eject hole. A Be aware that CDs and DVDs take approximately 30 seconds to start up and the volume down too low. If you do ? getting started sound and volume Q There is a quick way...