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...notebook user's guide part number: AAGB53700001K2 and Aesbus Knowledge Solutions. No part of this document may be liable for incidental or consequential damage resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this user's guide is subject to change without prior written consent from eMachines... countries. stylized "e" and figure logo are trademarks of their respective owners. eMachines, Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks of eMachines, Inc. © 2004 eMachines, Inc. © 2004 Aesbus Knowledge Solutions This publication contains proprietary content ...
...notebook user's guide part number: AAGB53700001K2 and Aesbus Knowledge Solutions. No part of this document may be liable for incidental or consequential damage resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this user's guide is subject to change without prior written consent from eMachines... countries. stylized "e" and figure logo are trademarks of their respective owners. eMachines, Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks of eMachines, Inc. © 2004 eMachines, Inc. © 2004 Aesbus Knowledge Solutions This publication contains proprietary content ...
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... from all of -class service and support in good operating condition. Your notebook uses the latest chipset and mobile processor technologies to our customers - Please read this manual carefully to come. We're sure that you keep your new eMachines notebook for years to familiarize yourself with our range of performance and portability. Your...
... from all of -class service and support in good operating condition. Your notebook uses the latest chipset and mobile processor technologies to our customers - Please read this manual carefully to come. We're sure that you keep your new eMachines notebook for years to familiarize yourself with our range of performance and portability. Your...
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... have a question about your warranty are included in . Our warranty includes: ❂ guarantee on the bottom of your notebook. ❂ exact text of any applicable error messages Please copy down the exact text of your eMachines experience easy. We work hard to make your error messages. This will help us . getting started...
... have a question about your warranty are included in . Our warranty includes: ❂ guarantee on the bottom of your notebook. ❂ exact text of any applicable error messages Please copy down the exact text of your eMachines experience easy. We work hard to make your error messages. This will help us . getting started...
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... sure to include the model number of the following addresses: In North America: In the United Kingdom: http://www.emachines.com/support/tech_support.html http://www.pcservicecall.co.uk Our customer service websites include the following help or information, or ...want to go to one of your concern, and get in touch with , you can learn about eMachines as a company, learn about the other products that we can be resolved quickly and easily with a few helpful tips. ... subject. Look up the topic that most likely applies to that relate to your eMachines notebook.
... sure to include the model number of the following addresses: In North America: In the United Kingdom: http://www.emachines.com/support/tech_support.html http://www.pcservicecall.co.uk Our customer service websites include the following help or information, or ...want to go to one of your concern, and get in touch with , you can learn about eMachines as a company, learn about the other products that we can be resolved quickly and easily with a few helpful tips. ... subject. Look up the topic that most likely applies to that relate to your eMachines notebook.
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to enjoying your eMachines notebook. Our goal is highly trained and ready to help answer your questions, troubleshoot any problems, or direct you can get back to 10 p.m. (PST), seven ...
to enjoying your eMachines notebook. Our goal is highly trained and ready to help answer your questions, troubleshoot any problems, or direct you can get back to 10 p.m. (PST), seven ...
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... In the United States, call us at 0870-901-3000. (Calls are also available. This user's manual 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 desk is... North America support page: http://www.emachines.com/support/tech_support.html United Kingdom support page: http://www.pcservicecall.co.uk In North America, our telephone help is included in the software preloaded on your location, your notebook. first things first help tools We've developed this ...
... In the United States, call us at 0870-901-3000. (Calls are also available. This user's manual 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 desk is... North America support page: http://www.emachines.com/support/tech_support.html United Kingdom support page: http://www.pcservicecall.co.uk In North America, our telephone help is included in the software preloaded on your location, your notebook. first things first help tools We've developed this ...
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... locate the cord where people will walk on the power cord. - The AC adapter can accept a line voltage ranging from power spikes. 8 Disconnect your notebook from AC power during long periods of inactivity to avoid damage from 100 V to 240 V and is compatible with your... designed and tested to meet the latest standards for future use. ❂ Always set your notebook on a stable work surface. ❂ Do not use your notebook near water or heat sources. ❂ Avoid exposing your notebook to extreme temperature changes. ❂ When using AC power: - To ensure safe use of the ...
... locate the cord where people will walk on the power cord. - The AC adapter can accept a line voltage ranging from power spikes. 8 Disconnect your notebook from AC power during long periods of inactivity to avoid damage from 100 V to 240 V and is compatible with your... designed and tested to meet the latest standards for future use. ❂ Always set your notebook on a stable work surface. ❂ Do not use your notebook near water or heat sources. ❂ Avoid exposing your notebook to extreme temperature changes. ❂ When using AC power: - To ensure safe use of the ...
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...may damage 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 sources of magnetic fields, such as near printers,...may be serviced by an authorized technician. 9 The air vents are not obstructed. first things first ❂ Provide adequate space around your notebook so that collect dust, high-traffic walkways, or in smoke-filled rooms. Dust build-up can disrupt the information on hard drives. ...
...may damage 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 sources of magnetic fields, such as near printers,...may be serviced by an authorized technician. 9 The air vents are not obstructed. first things first ❂ Provide adequate space around your notebook so that collect dust, high-traffic walkways, or in smoke-filled rooms. Dust build-up can disrupt the information on hard drives. ...
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...water, or dispose of the following situations occur, contact an authorized technician: - The power cord or plug is damaged. 10 The notebook has been exposed to excessive moisture. - Never touch uninsulated modem/telephone wires or terminals unless the modem/telephone line has been disconnected... at the network interface. ❂ This notebook contains an internal, lithium battery-powered, real-time clock. The equipment has been dropped or is frayed or damaged. - Only an ...
...water, or dispose of the following situations occur, contact an authorized technician: - The power cord or plug is damaged. 10 The notebook has been exposed to excessive moisture. - Never touch uninsulated modem/telephone wires or terminals unless the modem/telephone line has been disconnected... at the network interface. ❂ This notebook contains an internal, lithium battery-powered, real-time clock. The equipment has been dropped or is frayed or damaged. - Only an ...
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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 22 left side 23 right side 24 back 25 bottom 26 using your notebook 27 using the power button 28 changing power button...
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 22 left side 23 right side 24 back 25 bottom 26 using your notebook 27 using the power button 28 changing power button...
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... Notice 86 Japanese Notice 86 U.S. Regulations Governing the Use of Conformity - Modem Compliance Information 88 Japanese Modem Notice 89 notebook specifications 90 14 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 ...
... Notice 86 Japanese Notice 86 U.S. Regulations Governing the Use of Conformity - Modem Compliance Information 88 Japanese Modem Notice 89 notebook specifications 90 14 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 ...
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... quick setup poster, but for the first time: ❂ installing the included battery pack ❂ connecting the power adapter ❂ opening the notebook ❂ turning it into the open battery compartment until the battery pack clicks into place. 2. These start-up quickly and start using it right... pack label-side down on ! Install your battery by first placing your convenience, the basic steps are repeated here. 1. 1 getting started Your eMachines notebook has been designed so that you use your notebook for your notebook upside down and slide it on a stable surface.
... quick setup poster, but for the first time: ❂ installing the included battery pack ❂ connecting the power adapter ❂ opening the notebook ❂ turning it into the open battery compartment until the battery pack clicks into place. 2. These start-up quickly and start using it right... pack label-side down on ! Install your battery by first placing your convenience, the basic steps are repeated here. 1. 1 getting started Your eMachines notebook has been designed so that you use your notebook for your notebook upside down and slide it on a stable surface.
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...or damage to 3 hours. 16 Important: When using your notebook for the first time, leave the AC adapter connected to the notebook and a wall outlet. Turn your notebook right-side 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. A yellow status light on the front-center ...
...or damage to 3 hours. 16 Important: When using your notebook for the first time, leave the AC adapter connected to the notebook and a wall outlet. Turn your notebook right-side 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. A yellow status light on the front-center ...
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Adjust the position of the notebook to a comfortable viewing angle. 17 getting started 4. Open your notebook: Slide the latch on the front of the display to the right 1 and, at the same time, lift the top panel 2.
Adjust the position of the notebook to a comfortable viewing angle. 17 getting started 4. Open your notebook: Slide the latch on the front of the display to the right 1 and, at the same time, lift the top panel 2.
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...simple. The process is on your notebook for the first time, you that are included in the box. If you've misplaced these documents, you need some setup information. getting started 5. Press the power button at http://www.emachines.com. As your notebook starts up , showing you will... be prompted to turn on your notebook. If you can find them on the screen and follow the prompts.
...simple. The process is on your notebook for the first time, you that are included in the box. If you've misplaced these documents, you need some setup information. getting started 5. Press the power button at http://www.emachines.com. As your notebook starts up , showing you will... be prompted to turn on your notebook. If you can find them on the screen and follow the prompts.
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b. From the Windows desktop, click Start 1 > Turn Off Computer 2. At the prompt, click Turn Off 3. Important: Always save open documents and files before turning off your notebook, do the following: a. c. To turn off , your notebook is completely powered down. 19 When the blue power light goes off your notebook. getting started 6. Exit all programs you may have opened.
b. From the Windows desktop, click Start 1 > Turn Off Computer 2. At the prompt, click Turn Off 3. Important: Always save open documents and files before turning off your notebook, do the following: a. c. To turn off , your notebook is completely powered down. 19 When the blue power light goes off your notebook. getting started 6. Exit all programs you may have opened.
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As you begin using your notebook, refer to chapter 3, "using your eMachines notebook, let's look at your notebook. This chapter looks at it from the following views: ❂ open ❂ left side ❂ right side ❂ back ❂ bottom This chapter provides a quick overview of the external features on these features. 21 2 quick tour Before you begin using your notebook," for more detailed information on your notebook from different views and tour its basic features.
As you begin using your notebook, refer to chapter 3, "using your eMachines notebook, let's look at your notebook. This chapter looks at it from the following views: ❂ open ❂ left side ❂ right side ❂ back ❂ bottom This chapter provides a quick overview of the external features on these features. 21 2 quick tour Before you begin using your notebook," for more detailed information on your notebook from different views and tour its basic features.
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getting started open To begin with, look at your opened notebook and locate its main features. 1 display 2 quick action buttons and power button 3 touchpad 4 speakers 5 ported bass speakers 6 power and battery status lights 7 system status lights 8 keyboard area 22
getting started open To begin with, look at your opened notebook and locate its main features. 1 display 2 quick action buttons and power button 3 touchpad 4 speakers 5 ported bass speakers 6 power and battery status lights 7 system status lights 8 keyboard area 22
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Unless you are using the PC or the CompactFlash eject buttons to remove a card, be damaged when moving or transporting your notebook. 23 left side quick tour standard features on select models 1 PC card 4 FireWire (1394) 2 PC card eject button 5... CompactFlash, MicroDrive 3 Universal Serial Bus Port 6 CompactFlash eject button (USB Port) 7 MemoryStick, MemoryStick Pro, SecureDigital, MultiMediaCard Important: Your notebook ships with protectors in use. Protruding ejector buttons may be sure that the eject buttons are not extended. To protect the open slots, replace ...
Unless you are using the PC or the CompactFlash eject buttons to remove a card, be damaged when moving or transporting your notebook. 23 left side quick tour standard features on select models 1 PC card 4 FireWire (1394) 2 PC card eject button 5... CompactFlash, MicroDrive 3 Universal Serial Bus Port 6 CompactFlash eject button (USB Port) 7 MemoryStick, MemoryStick Pro, SecureDigital, MultiMediaCard Important: Your notebook ships with protectors in use. Protruding ejector buttons may be sure that the eject buttons are not extended. To protect the open slots, replace ...
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They are partially blocked or obscured, your notebook may overheat. 25 back quick tour 1 AC power connector 2 microphone connector 3 headphone connector 4 modem port 5 ethernet/network port 6 external monitor (VGA) port 7 USB ports (2) 8 S-Video (TV out) (on select models) 9 Kensington lock slot Do not obstruct the air vents. If any of these vents are necessary for proper airflow and cooling.
They are partially blocked or obscured, your notebook may overheat. 25 back quick tour 1 AC power connector 2 microphone connector 3 headphone connector 4 modem port 5 ethernet/network port 6 external monitor (VGA) port 7 USB ports (2) 8 S-Video (TV out) (on select models) 9 Kensington lock slot Do not obstruct the air vents. If any of these vents are necessary for proper airflow and cooling.